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WHO: Sabriel and Olivier
WHERE: RISE headquarters
WHEN: February 8th.
WHAT: Sabriel has a request
WARNINGS: Probably none

[Sabriel's stamped down on much of her nervousness. She'd sent a note to Olivier a few hours before, telling her she'd had a request to make. Then she'd put on her armor and surcoat, carefully pinning her RISE badge to the front.

When Sabriel stepped through the door at exactly the time she said she arrived, she had carefully schooled her expression.

After saluting, she paused a moment, then pressed forward. The worst Olivier could do was simply say no, after all.]

Sir, I have a request to make.

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[Olivier appreciates that Sabriel sends notes. It's really quite respectful of her time, what with annoying lawyers complaining that Lucifer is being 'unlawfully held' or whatever he was on about. She's in her spartan office in Helix Station, working at her desk, when the door opens.

She looks up just enough to salute Sabriel in return.]

At ease. Sit down.

What is it?

[Sabriel sits down, her posture ramrod straight.]

Sir, I've been a member of RISE since it was first formed. I helped stop Pan, and later arrested him. I helped organize and carry out the mission that rescued the captive imPorts, and successful restrained Lucifer in the aftermath of that. [And Sabriel takes a deep breath before she speaks again. Any anxiety she feels isn't evident in her tone now- instead she sounds determined.]

I think I'm ready to take on more responsibilities. I'd like a promotion. [Given Olivier's nature, there's little point in flattery, or beating around the bush before getting to the point.]

[Olivier frowns, for a moment, before responding.] I'll be frank: I don't like working with children. Children make poor soldiers. They're often forced into it and unwilling to commit themselves wholly. They have poor discipline, driven by ideals and dreams. They play hero.

That said, I agree that you've acquitted yourself rather well. My misgivings about your youth have proven unwarranted. You're competent.

I could use an official aide, or field commander.

[Sabriel pauses for a moment, considering. Acting as Olivier's official aide would give her more chances to work closely with Olivier... But working in the field was appealing as well.]

If you're offering me the choice, I'd think working in the field plays to my strengths more. I'd be honored to act as your field commander.

Although if you have concerns about others being willing to treat me as their commander due to my age, that's understandable. [Frustrating, but understandable.]

That is a concern, yes. Your work has proven your competence to me, but not to everyone who might need to take orders from you.

[She pauses, in thought.] I'll make you my aide to start. That'll put you in at least some measure of authority. And at the moment, there aren't any field ops to command. When the time comes, I'll see how you do in charge.

I understand, thank you sir. [Sabriel nods sharply, a smile tugging at the corner of her lips.] When the time comes, I won't let you down.

Is there anything else you'd like to discuss, or should I leave now?

I expect not. I don't give out trust easily. Try not to break it.

[A pause.] I had nothing else. Any more questions?

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