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Date Posted: 21:14:39 07/25/01 Wed
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Codename: Tabitha
's message, "Vows Made" on 18:55:18 07/22/01 Sun
It was a week later. When Michael arrived at my door. Michael come in. How was your visit?
Weve so much to catch up on, but I m glad we have each other.
Are you angry with me?
For what?
Not telling you.
You didnt have time.
Thats an excuse.
No. Michael said running his hands through my hair. Nikita, you know everything about me and youre still here. After everything I have done to you.
Its not like Im exactly innocent.
Youre the only one of us left, that can claim an innocence. Despite it all you maintained an innocence of spirit.
Michael, without you I dont care about my spirit.
If that were true I wouldnt love you so much.
Michael- I said unused to this mood of his, but enjoying it.
Marry me, Nikita. Im not expecting a regular marriage. We can never have that. If we were honest we dont want it. Even though we live outside of the world, Ive this purely selfish desire to proclaim what my soul tells me in a way they recognize. In my heart youre already my wife. Give me the right to say that.
The breath caught in my throat. Here I was expecting Michael to be a little withdrawn, understandably so. Instead he tells me things I had given up on hearing. Asks me the one thing that I wanted most in the world, but how could I give it to him. They would never allow it.
When had I started too bow to what my superiors wanted? If I did that I would no longer be myself. I knew what I wanted and damn the consequences I was going to live my life. Michael, I never allowed myself to entertain that thought. Yes, Ill marry you.
Michael had thought his heart would stop, when she hesitated. He was able to show his emotions, but was still leery of wearing his heart on his sleeve. Her words opened his heart like nothing else on the planet. He drew her to him for a kiss so full of promise that brought tears to both their eyes.
~~~>>>~~~
A closed-door meeting room, located in the sub-basements of the Center, holds the colleague members of Oversight and a woman whose true ranking no one knows. The subject of this gathering could in all certainty alter the balance of power for several of the worlds key nations.
The development is alarming.
What is alarming about it?
Marriage!
There is precedent and it is allowed by the Charter.
Some of our worse disasters resulted from marriage.
Some of our best teams were married! Another pointed out.
Madeline and Paul got out of hand!
That was Oversights fault. He was corrupt and Madeline and Paul reacted accordingly.
Under the circumstances their behavior is expected, and in MOST cases to be commanded.
Simone and Michael were a fabulous team. One member said and the others feel silent. No one could dispute that fact.
Look is anyone willing to cancel either Michael or Nikita? Michelle asked. She was meet with silent denial. Then the conversation is mute. Their marriage will not be interfered with. I am sure we can count on them to perform their duties as professionals.
Michael and Nikita have never followed profile.
Thank what ever gods you pray to that they didnt. If they had no one in this room would be alive. Michelle said.
There remains the issue of Jasmine. Is she ready for the post of Operations?
She has preformed admirably of late.
Is it enough?
She was groomed for the perch.
She is young.
An asset in a Section that specializes in black operations. We dont need to keep replacing the leader, terrible for morale you understand.
Section One will keep an eye of Jasmine and that Section, as always. Operations will not let her cost us any ground.
Yes but will, Nikita remain Operations? Michelle asked. She was never meant for that post.
She cant be Oversight.
No.
Absolutely not.
Jones?
She is ready.
And yet I hesitate to put her in charge of Michael. That smacks of disaster to me.
Placing her under Michael would be equally as bad.
Michael should not be Oversight or Operations. He has surpassed both posts.
Make him one of us. Someone offered.
He is deserving, and Jones does answer to us to a point.
Yes but that doesnt balance satisfactorily.
He needs the same level of power base, yet more direct involvement.
Arent we already reversing the gender titles here? Why not go all the way?
You mean make Michael the father of Section? Michelle asked.
Why ever not? The post allows for the legend and mystery he already operates under and he is smart enough not to bow out to an Operations. He would use the power correctly and bring it back to the level of Jones.
They have proven to be able to work with either being trainer, trainee, Operations and Second, they are arguably the best team in the Sections, good friends, and no one would deny they are lovers. They know when to oppose each other, give in, compromise, or present a united front. They are the best team. Let them handle this. Between the two of them we should have no problems. If we do, well cancel the arrangement.
Whose Operations?
Steve.
Seconds?
If Jasmine cant hack it shell be placed there, if not allow them the choice. It is tradition.
Sections One and Eight leaders as lovers? An intriguing solution and if not the alternative has been proven a acceptable formula.
Thats all settled but where does that leave Jones other daughter?
With a wedding to attend. If youll excuse me. She said and left.
~~~>>>~~~
It was a wonderful ceremony. Michelle said. Giving her sister and bother in law a kiss.
Yes.
Wonderful.
Adam arrived with his sister on his arm, both breathless from a chase around the lake. But Michelle sensed the current of unease between the members of the happy family. Okay whats wrong? She asked, as Birkoff arrived with Livia on his arm.
No one wanted to ruin the happy occasion with mention of Section. They were looking at each other and away. Jasmine and Steven had excused themselves earlier to attend to emergencies, but neither of them had said their goodbyes, and had left appearing to be seeking more private surroundings, leaving Nikita and Michael blissfully ignorant for once. Their children however had not that luxury.
Miss, Livia? A footman asked carrying a silver tray.
Yes.
A phone call, for you.
Oh dear heavens! Michelle said. Nikita darling do you want your daughter-in- law missing for your celebration?
No. Nikita admitted unsure of her sisters tactic.
Michelle picked up the phone. Center, who may I direct this call to?
Livia?
Do hang on, Ill have to check with my boss. She covered the phone and raised her eyebrow at her sister. Nikita shook her head no, confused.
Im sorry, please inform Operations, that Livia is attending to a matter for Jones. Please hold.
Michael who would you replace her with?
Claire.
Yes. Sorry for the delay, but Father says to place Claire in for Livia. Oh no. Its not a problem. Have a nice day and good luck. Michelle hung up.
Now. Shall we dance?
What-?
How?
Who are you?
Who usually hands down orders from Center and the Father of Section?
Oversight, but- Michelle, what is going on?
Daddy always wanted you too happy and vows made must be fulfilled, Michael.
Michelle! I hissed. Grabbing Michaels hand for support.
Come on Adam, lets dance. Oh and Nikita, Michelle said tapping my hand confidently. Always trust your father.
Fin.
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