Case File #7927: Valkerye Project

[Someonewithapen]

-=You find a laptop in a NanoTrasen evidence lockup, connected to a nondescript device covered in black and green clover stickers. It automatically boots up as you approach.=-

 

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EMERALDG

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********

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Please Input Query/Request.>C:/NTIA:Data/Case_Files/NT7927/

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-=05/15/2550 1124 - Prison Station Cash - Security Camera #57: Interrogation=-

A lone man is seated at a table, nursing a shoulder wound. An unseen door clicks open and then closed, as a Tajaran approaches the table.
Facial recognition IDs both as Jace Hunter and Tony Marsilona respectively as the latter speaks.

"Jace. Good to see you well."
"Fuck you, old man.."
"Still bitter, I see. Well too bad."
Tony leans on the empty chair, supposedly designated for him.
"I just want to know what made you do it, Jace."
Noted two minutes of silence.
"Money? Respect? Just to fuck with me?"
Noted two more minutes of silence.
"I give you a chance to be honest with me, Jace. Don't squander it on being petty."
Noted two more minutes of continued silence. Tony begins to rise from his lean.
"It was the girl. It was to get her mother.. The Syndi-"
"Oh? That was it? You decided to not only betray me, but betray the girl who'd looked up to you all these years as a father figure, just to use her to get at her probably dead mother?"
"You know she's not dead, old ma-"
Tony swiftly slams the chair on top of the table; knocking over a lamp, causing the camera to shake, and Jace to push his seat back.
"Don't get smart with me, boy! You've lost that right long ago! You sold her out-Sold us both out to people you know we have no business dealing with!"
Tony slams his hands on the table, Jace retreats further.
"Th-They had my girl, Tony! They said they'd kill her if I didn't do-"
"Two lives for one, Jace? Your shit math aside, why not ask me for help?"
"I-I'm sorry, man. It was a moment of weakness."
"One that cost multiple lives, including hers."
"I didn't mean to kill Mercy I-"
"Not Mercy.."
Tony fishes a device out of his pocket, leaving it on the table as he pushes the chair in, walking away. Shortly chased after by Jace in a fit of rage.
Both are off-feed for some time, the sounds of a struggle ensuing before the report of a firearm causes the feed to shudder, Jace falling to the floor in a limp heap, blood pooling underneath.

[Playback Remotely Terminated. Contact System Administrator.]

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Input Command..

>Search
>Walsh/Interview

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...*static* "Trust me, Walsh. You get that girl an interview, and your career will skyrocket. Have I ever steered you wrong?"*static*...
...*static* "Mister Walsh? Your three o' clock interview is waiting for you." *static*...

Located Key Recording
Beginning Playback..

-=06/09/2550 1045 - Prison Station Casino - Intercom Recording; Private Visitation Booth #2=-

"Ah.. Merciatta Lauge.. Mercy, is it?"
"Yeah."
"Ichabod Walsh, NanoTrasen Representative and Internal Investigator."
"Good to meet you."
"The same, the same. I assume you've been told why I've asked to speak with you?"
"It's to offer me a job, isn't it?"
"More or less. We have this new parole system in the works here, and a mutual benefactor of ours.."
"I've heard enough already. What's the terms?"
"I.. Well, you are a sharp one.. Your contract will be for the period of your incarceration, which is about 50 years as it stands. That will include any training that is required for your selected position. Speaking of which, we already have a suggestion, considering your history."
"Brig Physician. What? I deal with sick prisoners all day?"
"The details are being smoothed out right now, and it does require double training, but considering your previous medical experience and your ability to deal with troublemakers we-"
"Was this Tony's idea?"
"No. Actually, it was my idea."
"Oh. Alright then Walsh. Where do I sign?"
"Really? Usually when I offer these things there's usually an Anti-NT rhetoric I get in response."
"Yeah, yeah, nobody likes the big bad company. You're getting me out of here, I can't hate you for that."
"Well. You clearly have your priorities in order. I'll have the warden bring you the papers. You can start-"
"As soon as possible."
"Tomorrow morning."
"Done."
"Fantastic. I'm glad this was.. Easier than I anticipated. Hopefully, it will be a pleasure working with you Miss Lauge."
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...*static*"-didn't tell me she would just take the job, no fuss, no argument."
"She has goals in mind, she can't really resolve them while in prison."
"What do you two have planned, M..?"
"I can assure you, Walsh. She's acting independently, she just wants the opportunity to pay someone back."*static*

[Audio Scrubbing Remotely Terminated. Contact System Administrator]

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>Walsh/Training

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"Date: March 13th, 2556. This is Inspector Dakota Walsh speaking. I've been monitoring the progress of Miss Lauge closely, largely due to the impact that she may have on my career. Despite initial concerns about her performance, especially regarding the dual training she has to go through, Lauge has pushed through with flying colors as of recently. Her security instructors inform me that she's fit right in, handles a weapon well, listens to instructions, aside from the occasional roughhousing; I hear reports where she, and I quote "Choke slammed a motherfucker through a glass table for grabbing at her ass", Gods.. She's passing through medical as well, though the handlers do raise concerns over her lack of bedside manner. The boss says it doesn't matter where she's working, efficiency is more important, and from what I've seen, she very much qualifies. If I could have seven of her come through, I would probably be set for life. Tony continues to be cagey about her past, or her connections with him. He keeps alluding to "an old friend whom I owe far too much". I can assume he's referring to Mercy's late parents, as that does fit his past contacts and his usual MO, but there's still a nagging at the back of my head that there's something more behind all of this.. Maybe another time, when there's more liquor around.."

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Input Command..

>Search
>Lauge/Anansi

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..*static*"..going to tell me what you know about her, else the last few moments of your life will be very, very enlightening."
"Rot in hell, you old cat. I won't tell you a damn th-AGH!"*static*..

** Recording found, beginning audio playback

-=11-22-2560 2100 - NBS Anansi, Brig, Cell 5 - Security recording=- 

"... Mercy?"
"When's my execution?"
"Jesus.. We're not going to shoot you, Mercy. We reviewed the footage, you were egged on. It's enough for an assault charge, but you're still within our terms."
"So why are you here, inspector?"
"Well.. The administration still wants a consequence. So they've requested that you be relocated."
"And it's not into the nearest sun?"
"Epsilon Eridani. Research station away from everything. You're familiar."
"I've heard of the location. Stupid rich in plasma, right?"
"Exactly. They've just opened up an infirmary in their brig, so you can put that medical training to use. You won't be expected to be on normal patrols anymore and.."
"When do I start?"
"Not a fan of exposition? You start in three days. You'll be released tomorrow to pack up your belongings, the transit shuttle leaves at five."
"Room?"
"Will be provided at a company apartment... Tony's done well to make sure you're accommodated for."
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"How do you know him again, Mercy?"
"He's a family friend.. My godfather, basically. ... What's with that smirk?"
"Nothing. Nothing... There is one more thing that came up. Some papers on your assailants mention a 'Project Valkyrie', does that mean anything to you?"
"Never heard of it.."
"Alright. That should do it. I'll come get you in the morning, get some rest."

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..*static*"Clean him up, dump him in the lake."
"I dunno how you got anything out of that mess, boss."
"That mess means a lot to the right people."
"If I may.. Who are those people?"
"... Get Claire on the line. She needs to know."*static*..
 

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>Claire/Valkyrie

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-= 01/15/2562 1823 - Gaslamp Apartments, Room 306B - Security Camera 2=-

"Tony.."
"Claire."
"I've told you off for breaking in here before."
"As if that would stop me."
".. Where's France?"
"She's occupied."
"You gave her a credit card, didn't you."
"Hundred Thousand credits should keep her busy for the day."
"Alright, fine.. You want some tea?"
"Coffee."
"Of course.. What did you want?"
"I can't check on a family friend?"
"Not when she's in hiding and trying to keep her genetics from getting into the black market."
"And what if I told you that's not working..?"
"... What do you know?"
"Project Valkyrie is back. One of my guys confirmed it yesterday. Off-Market cloning facility, all recording the same DNA signature."
"Mine.."
"Any idea who it could've been?"
"There are only two copies of my genetics. Myself, and a disk gathering dust hip deep in the classified SolGov files."
"Are you sure..?"
"... Goddamnit. NanoTrasen."
"Someone found your old medical records. I made sure they've been scrubbed since then, but the damage was already done."
"So, who found it?"
"We don't know yet. We have Walsh working on the inside while I have my people going about."
"I can't believe this.. Do you have any idea-"
"Yes. I'm well aware of what Protect Valkyrie is capable of, Claire."
"I need to get my things, track this down and-"
"Or you could let us help you, Claire. You can't take care of everything by yourself anymore."
"No! This is my mess, my problem! I can't involve anyone else!"
"You've got to learn to trust people, Claire. What would happen if you couldn't handle this? What if you're in over your head?"
"This is nothing that I can't handle Tony."
"That's what Terry said.."
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"I'm sorry, Claire.. That was out of line for me-"
"No, no.. I needed that."
"So. We're going to sit down and talk this through?"
"No. I'm not getting your people more involved than they already are. I have a few people in mind, I'll see if they're still active."
"And me?"
"I'll.. I'll be in touch. If you find anything, don't hesitate to let me know.. And Tony. If you see a chance to resolve this."
"Don't hesitate. I didn't plan to. Don't be a stranger, Claire."
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"Tony, love. You left your cufflinks on the table."
"What do you mean? Those are yours."

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[ALERT] Relevant data match found.

Pulling data.. [Security Camera, Tostito's Pizza + Subs; Service Entrance Camera 002]

Scrubbing audio.. Voice Match; Claire Anderson

Reviewing video.. No matching facial profile, manual confirmation required.

Begin playback? Y/N

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**Beginning playback..

 

"Hey, Claire."
"Marsilona.."
"I heard you were back here. Throwing a bash for your daughter and you still won't be the slightest bit social?"
"You know better.. I'll speak with her before I leave, just.."
"I understand. You've got a lot on your mind.."
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"I haven't heard from you regarding the hunt."
"It's slow going. Loose connections, cold cases, inconclusive and inconsistent evidence."
"Sounds like a fun time."
"Depends on your definition of fun.. Mercy's been well."
"You noticed? Just off parole, already asking when she can start running again."
"Never stops working.."
"Like mother, like daughter."
"Tch.. Are you going to let her?"
"Nothing serious, mostly courier work. A little something to keep her occupied and out of trouble."
"But still satisfied she's getting something from you?"
"You wouldn't have picked me as a godfather if I didn't know what I was doing."
"Right, right.."
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"Should I send her out to you, or..?"
"No, no. I'll come in eventually. Just.."
"I gotcha. I'll be around. And Claire..?"
"Hmm?"
"It's good to see you again."
"You too.. M."

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!!! System Alert: No further past archives. System will now generate records based on relevant data. !!!

Edited September 28, 2018 by Someonewithapen

[Someonewithapen]

Updated: Located Key Audio Files regarding Lauge's employment with Nanotrasen.

[Someonewithapen]

Update: Located Audio File from Inspector Walsh regarding Mercy's training

[Someonewithapen]

Update: Located cell interview recording after Mercy's incident aboard the NBS Anansi.

[Someonewithapen]

Update: Located security camera audio between Tony Marsilona and Claire Anderson; last recorded as MIA.

[Someonewithapen]

Update: Relevant information located.

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