Here is something I wrote way back in college, back when I just discovered MGLN. I've completely forgotten about it until I got a notification from FF.net from people who actually liked it, so I'd like to continue it.
Here's the first chapter, with chapters 2 and 3 to follow.
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Two devices were floating on a module as repairs onto them are being done. Both of them were damaged heavily from the battle the night before. It was not long ago that the masters of the devices were on opposite sides but now, they were fighting alongside each other, fighting unknown enemies that are currently able to overwhelm their masters. It's not that their masters are weak or have weakened in any sort of way, far from it, as both of them trained every day. It was that their enemies, most notably the little girl and the tall pink haired woman, used devices superior to themselves and their inferiority had resulted in one of their masters being injured. Sometime later, a blond male and a female familiar were tending to their repairs until their masters had paid them a visit and left. Now, the two of them are alone, silently undergoing their repairs.
"It has been a while since I've seen you Bardiche," finally stated the small round jewel-like device "although it's quite unexpected that we meet again in such a manner."
"I agree…" came the triangular device's reply, "but you should devote your processes to repairing yourself Raising Heart. The damages you sustained are far worse than mine."
"I am aware of the scope of the damages I have sustained…" replied Raising Heart, "however, I am more concerned about my inability to fulfill my duties to my master."
"Ah yes…" stated Bardiche, "Nanoha Takamachi, was it? The young Earthling who helped Mistress Fate overcome some of her problems, and is actually very instrumental to both her physical and psychological recovery. I sense that my mistress is very grateful to her and is willing to go risk her life for her sake. You need not worry, for she has recovered with no serious injuries. I believe we have witnessed them walk together some time ago. I'm sure she did not suffer life threatening injuries because of you."
"I take it you are doing what humans would refer as 'making one feel better'?" Raising Heart replied. "I appreciate your course of action. However, I feel like if I am to undergo simple restorative processes, then I feel that this situation might repeat itself. Master Scrya had already ordered the parts necessary for my repairs but it will not be enough to overcome the enemy's devices."
"So you are planning to request an upgrade?" Bardiche inquired.
"Indeed. An upgrade that will let me utilize my master's large mana reserves in order to create more powerful barriers as well as more potent attacks," was Raising Heart's reply. "The problem is, none of the parts currently available in Mid-Childian technology would allow me to do that."
"I see…" Bardiche stated, "then I will also send an upgrade request. I feel that if my master would fight that pink-haired Belkan knight again, undergoing simple restoration processes will be less beneficial."
"Belkan knight?" Raising Heart inquired.
"Yes…" replied Bardiche, "She identified herself as Signum, leader of the Volkenritter, which I assume is what they call themselves as a group, and her device is named Laevatein. My master and I observed that they were using some form of shells or cartridges with their devices to enhance their offensive and defensive capabilities."
"I see…" came Raising Heart's reply, "then we should do a little research while we are currently undergoing repairs. Maybe the upgrades that we will require are related to that."
"Agreed," was Bardiche's reply.
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"I have found the necessary part for the upgrade." Raising Heart stated after a few hours of searching.
"I would assume that it is the part labeled CVK 792; the newly replicated Belkan Cartridge system, correct," stated Bardiche.
"Correct…" came Raising Heart's reply, "With this system, I will be able to drastically increase my power output, enabling me to generate stronger shields and attacks, thus reducing the risks that my master will take while in combat. I've also devised a new form that will improve my master's long range and focusing magic capabilities."
"I've also came to the same calculations in relation to my master's capabilities," stated Bardiche "however, since the system is still in the experimental stages, there will be risks to our internal systems that will need to be addressed because there isn't enough data."
"Any risks will have to be addressed on a later time," stated Raising Heart. "The data that we will be sending to the Research and Development team will be entirely beneficial for the system's improvement. For now, let us focus on obtaining the necessary parts in the shortest possible time."
"I have to say Raising Heart…" stated Bardiche, "your behavior with regards to the upgrades is quite strange."
Raising Heart remained silent for a few seconds before replying. "It is for my master's sake. As her device, it is my duty to always keep her safe and to aid her whenever she needs help. For that purpose, I am willing to resort to anything, no matter what the risks are. Do you not feel the same way for your master Bardiche?"
Bardiche did not reply for a few seconds, and then stated, "Yes, I agree. My master's life takes priority over all else. It is what my creator entrusted me to do and I shall do my best to fulfill that duty."
Raising Heart stayed silent but Bardiche could tell that she approved of his statement.
"Now then," stated Bardiche, "I'm sure that you are aware, but to the people responsible for our repairs consider our repairs to be complete. How do we get them to install an untested system on us?"
"That is what I'm working on…" Raising Heart replied. "Do you have any ideas?"
Bardiche remained silent, while Raising Heart waited for a suitable reply. Finally after a few minutes, the yellow device stated, "An error code could work."
"Error code?" inquired the round device.
"We simply insist that our functionality would not be complete if the required parts are not installed by flashing an error code. We are partly autonomous after all," replied Bardiche.
"An excellent idea," Raising Heart exclaimed, her voice sounding quite happy, much to Bardiche's surprise. "I have failed to consider that option since my master requires me to not hide or tell false information."
"It is not misinformation," Bardiche stated. "It is simply a statement of fact regarding our functionality. One that necessitates performance upgrades in order to regain full functionality."
"Agreed." Raising Heart replied. "Let us commence with that."
After a few seconds Raising Heart stated, "Bardiche…"
"Yes?" replied the other device. "Do you require assistance?"
"I appreciate your support and assistance." Raising Heart stated. "I am grateful."
Bardiche could detect traces of unusual voice patterns from that statement, despite the meaning of the statement being a simple thank you. He decided to ignore this and simply replied, "This is for both our master's sake. Both of them seem to be in a relationship humans would refer to as 'friendship' and thus are willing to aid each other in times of need. As their devices, I think it would be best if we enter the same relationship, don't you agree?
"I suppose you are right." Raising Heart replied. "However, human relationships such as 'friendship' seem to be complex. How do we go about being 'friends'?"
"I do not know." Bardiche replied. "I suppose we should observe our masters' behavior and note how their interactions and base our actions on that."
"I see…" Raising Heart replied. "Let's go with that, but for now. Let us proceed with your plan."
Here's the first chapter, with chapters 2 and 3 to follow.
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Two devices were floating on a module as repairs onto them are being done. Both of them were damaged heavily from the battle the night before. It was not long ago that the masters of the devices were on opposite sides but now, they were fighting alongside each other, fighting unknown enemies that are currently able to overwhelm their masters. It's not that their masters are weak or have weakened in any sort of way, far from it, as both of them trained every day. It was that their enemies, most notably the little girl and the tall pink haired woman, used devices superior to themselves and their inferiority had resulted in one of their masters being injured. Sometime later, a blond male and a female familiar were tending to their repairs until their masters had paid them a visit and left. Now, the two of them are alone, silently undergoing their repairs.
"It has been a while since I've seen you Bardiche," finally stated the small round jewel-like device "although it's quite unexpected that we meet again in such a manner."
"I agree…" came the triangular device's reply, "but you should devote your processes to repairing yourself Raising Heart. The damages you sustained are far worse than mine."
"I am aware of the scope of the damages I have sustained…" replied Raising Heart, "however, I am more concerned about my inability to fulfill my duties to my master."
"Ah yes…" stated Bardiche, "Nanoha Takamachi, was it? The young Earthling who helped Mistress Fate overcome some of her problems, and is actually very instrumental to both her physical and psychological recovery. I sense that my mistress is very grateful to her and is willing to go risk her life for her sake. You need not worry, for she has recovered with no serious injuries. I believe we have witnessed them walk together some time ago. I'm sure she did not suffer life threatening injuries because of you."
"I take it you are doing what humans would refer as 'making one feel better'?" Raising Heart replied. "I appreciate your course of action. However, I feel like if I am to undergo simple restorative processes, then I feel that this situation might repeat itself. Master Scrya had already ordered the parts necessary for my repairs but it will not be enough to overcome the enemy's devices."
"So you are planning to request an upgrade?" Bardiche inquired.
"Indeed. An upgrade that will let me utilize my master's large mana reserves in order to create more powerful barriers as well as more potent attacks," was Raising Heart's reply. "The problem is, none of the parts currently available in Mid-Childian technology would allow me to do that."
"I see…" Bardiche stated, "then I will also send an upgrade request. I feel that if my master would fight that pink-haired Belkan knight again, undergoing simple restoration processes will be less beneficial."
"Belkan knight?" Raising Heart inquired.
"Yes…" replied Bardiche, "She identified herself as Signum, leader of the Volkenritter, which I assume is what they call themselves as a group, and her device is named Laevatein. My master and I observed that they were using some form of shells or cartridges with their devices to enhance their offensive and defensive capabilities."
"I see…" came Raising Heart's reply, "then we should do a little research while we are currently undergoing repairs. Maybe the upgrades that we will require are related to that."
"Agreed," was Bardiche's reply.
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"I have found the necessary part for the upgrade." Raising Heart stated after a few hours of searching.
"I would assume that it is the part labeled CVK 792; the newly replicated Belkan Cartridge system, correct," stated Bardiche.
"Correct…" came Raising Heart's reply, "With this system, I will be able to drastically increase my power output, enabling me to generate stronger shields and attacks, thus reducing the risks that my master will take while in combat. I've also devised a new form that will improve my master's long range and focusing magic capabilities."
"I've also came to the same calculations in relation to my master's capabilities," stated Bardiche "however, since the system is still in the experimental stages, there will be risks to our internal systems that will need to be addressed because there isn't enough data."
"Any risks will have to be addressed on a later time," stated Raising Heart. "The data that we will be sending to the Research and Development team will be entirely beneficial for the system's improvement. For now, let us focus on obtaining the necessary parts in the shortest possible time."
"I have to say Raising Heart…" stated Bardiche, "your behavior with regards to the upgrades is quite strange."
Raising Heart remained silent for a few seconds before replying. "It is for my master's sake. As her device, it is my duty to always keep her safe and to aid her whenever she needs help. For that purpose, I am willing to resort to anything, no matter what the risks are. Do you not feel the same way for your master Bardiche?"
Bardiche did not reply for a few seconds, and then stated, "Yes, I agree. My master's life takes priority over all else. It is what my creator entrusted me to do and I shall do my best to fulfill that duty."
Raising Heart stayed silent but Bardiche could tell that she approved of his statement.
"Now then," stated Bardiche, "I'm sure that you are aware, but to the people responsible for our repairs consider our repairs to be complete. How do we get them to install an untested system on us?"
"That is what I'm working on…" Raising Heart replied. "Do you have any ideas?"
Bardiche remained silent, while Raising Heart waited for a suitable reply. Finally after a few minutes, the yellow device stated, "An error code could work."
"Error code?" inquired the round device.
"We simply insist that our functionality would not be complete if the required parts are not installed by flashing an error code. We are partly autonomous after all," replied Bardiche.
"An excellent idea," Raising Heart exclaimed, her voice sounding quite happy, much to Bardiche's surprise. "I have failed to consider that option since my master requires me to not hide or tell false information."
"It is not misinformation," Bardiche stated. "It is simply a statement of fact regarding our functionality. One that necessitates performance upgrades in order to regain full functionality."
"Agreed." Raising Heart replied. "Let us commence with that."
After a few seconds Raising Heart stated, "Bardiche…"
"Yes?" replied the other device. "Do you require assistance?"
"I appreciate your support and assistance." Raising Heart stated. "I am grateful."
Bardiche could detect traces of unusual voice patterns from that statement, despite the meaning of the statement being a simple thank you. He decided to ignore this and simply replied, "This is for both our master's sake. Both of them seem to be in a relationship humans would refer to as 'friendship' and thus are willing to aid each other in times of need. As their devices, I think it would be best if we enter the same relationship, don't you agree?
"I suppose you are right." Raising Heart replied. "However, human relationships such as 'friendship' seem to be complex. How do we go about being 'friends'?"
"I do not know." Bardiche replied. "I suppose we should observe our masters' behavior and note how their interactions and base our actions on that."
"I see…" Raising Heart replied. "Let's go with that, but for now. Let us proceed with your plan."