We will Persevere

Acous was worried Ollo was getting the wrong idea about him when it came to Sin. The Namekian unmuting the AI who had finally decided to stop his profanity spree. Sin simply sulking in his own little pocket while Acous sighed his discontent with the situation. How could he explain that Sin was not his servant but his friend? That the AI had no shackles on himself but those created by his own limitations?  His own self created ones at that, where he able to simply find the answer, perhaps he could be as a live as Acous and Ollo was.

"Sin is not my servant, nor am I his master. I have not put chains on him, and I don't plan too. Sin is my friend, my best friend. He has saved my life, helped me through troubled times and is the closest thing I have to a family..."

With those words Sin's eyes widened in surprise, his anger on the digital face disappearing as Acous looked to Ollo then.

"I did not create Sin to serve me. Should Sin wish to leave, he may very well do so. It would harm me severely but I wouldn't stop him from doing so."

Acous held the watch gently in his palm, looking down at it and Sin looking back in turn to him.

"I would never shackle someone to my will, and I'd appreciate it if I was not considered someone who would do so."

He knew all to well the pain of being subjugated, of being forced to do something he would never dream of doing normally... A flash back to his dying friends face in his hands stung his heart, of how he had killed his closest friend in cold blood due to the injections they had gotten... A nightmare that haunted his dreams to this day. Acous mistook Ollo's intentions of saying Sin had no choice as Acous had forced Sin to be his servant... that Sin had no choice in his life. But Acous was a calm minded person, not letting himself linger on such thoughts for long.

Acous had already forgiven Ollo for his comment earlier, but the boy could tell that the comment he made had not been well received. Acous understood why he came to that conclusion and he did not blame Ollo for it. His understanding of things had been brought about by the lack of knowledge on AI, and what Sin truly was. Forgiveness on such things was only natural by that standard. Acous was well prepared however for the next question to be asked. After all, Family was not something he talked about often and his lack of one.

"I was born an Orphan."

Acous lied, but it was not completely far from the truth.

"I don't know who my parent was, and I have no village."

Sin's digital face turned sad, a tiny little sweat drop forming on his digital screen to show his reaction. He knew the truth, he also knew better than to reveal the truth.

"But I grew stronger for it."

The namekian decided to add on to the end of it there. Not to leave the conversation with a negative cliff hanger and his response was a clear indication he had no wishes to reveal the rest. Just then an alien would approach, another paper in his hands as he handed it to Acous. The namekian would simply nod his head in response before placing it on the box nearby.

"Tell me of your father and village Ollo. What are they like? Do you have anyone you call your friend there?"

Acous' attempts to divert the subject was not very subtle, but he didn't really care. Ollo was a good kid, he believed even if he told him the truth he wouldn't do anything nefarious with the information.... if anything could be done with it. But Acous was not one to tell his sob story on a dime nor did he enjoy doing so. He was who he was, and no amount of sympathy or pity would change that.

Acous said nothing as the boy's demeanor turned to sadness, but that was to be expected given the nature of the conversation. Thankfully the boy perked up when he began to explain his village. The way he described it was indeed full of love for his fellow villagers, and the life they had. It almost made Acous jealous of the boy's life, almost. But Acous was quite content with who he was, and would not trade places with another for numerous reasons.

"Aye, I consider them all my brothers. I would consider you one as well Ollo."

With that Acous crossed his arms, a faint smile on his face as the boy finished up about his teacher.

"Your teacher sounds like a fine man to learn from. Perhaps one day I will be able to meet him."

Acous stated, but Sin seemed to have a mind on the idea as well.

"Yea! We can show em how awesome I am HAHA!"

Sin's laughter was met with a sigh from Acous but an amused smile on his face nonetheless. As Ollo spoke of his father not being a fighter, Acous simply nodded. He understood that all to well.

"Your father seems to be a smart man. Fighting should be a last resort in my opinion. I am at least glad you have others in your village who you get along with."

A village to call home huh? He wondered what that was like. A place where familiar faces were everywhere, where everyone knew each others name and could go home to feel comfortable at. It sounded nice enough, but Acous could never live in such a place... not yet. Not until he finished what he started.

"Its good to know there are villages out there still at peace. Perhaps in due time we can also protect this world from those who would harm the people."

Acous turned his eyes then to the mazoku people, watching them as they went about their business. Some eyeing the two of them with suspicion but seemed content to leave them be. If they were not in such a desperate situation, he wagered they'd have kicked the both of them out by now.

Acous' smile was faint but there, glad that Ollo was so full of life as he was. It was odd to Acous how he felt a keen bond with this young boy he had just met. Like they truly were... close. Brotherly? was that the best way to describe this feeling? Perhaps that was what it meant to be a namekian, to be protective of the young and nurture them? He had much to think on in the future, but Sin was apparently focused on the now. The AI letting out a laugh as he was told he would be liked in the village.

"GUAHAHA! Of course, I am the best after all! Who wouldn't like me?"

With that Sin digital face turned into a smiling one, clearly over joyed at being seen as a cool person. Acous was glad his companion was feeling so good.

"Perhaps one day I will visit your village Ollo."

It was eerie how similar they were, both unable to use ki on their own... Well Acous was more if he used ki he would only damage his own body without Sin's help.

"You aren't alone with your ki problems. I cannot use it without Sin's help as well. Do not feel bad about it."

Acous then touched the scar on his head, a reminder of his past failures in security. If Sin hadn't been there, he would be dead today.

"So, if you ever need my help, know the same offer is there. You can rely on me, and I will rely on you."

Acous had no plans to involve a child in anything dangerous... but other things were fine. He felt good for the first time in a long time being on namek. His journey here had been one made on impulse, but it was by far the greatest trip he could have made. Perhaps this was destiny... if one believed in such a thing.

Acous kept hearing the word "dragon" from Ollo and at first he thought it was just a name for some sort of creature that visited them. It was after he realized that Ollo was referring to Acous as a "dragon" that the namekian's eyes widened. What did that mean? It could be referring to the dragon clan, but was Acous of the dragon clan? How did one become classified as a dragon clan member? He didn't really know how that whole thing worked, but perhaps Ollo understood it in some way.

"Dragon? I assume that you are calling me a dragon but what does that mean exactly?"

It was a question burning in his mind, and he had been wondering what clan he would fall into should he arrive. Acous could fight if he needed too, so he assumed warrior. He could use magic extensively thanks to his integration of it into his technology. He never thought he was a Mazoku however, but he didn't really know anything about them to know for sure.

"I... don't know what my clan is."

Acous admitted, not sure if that was the track they were on. When Ollo emitted fire a moment later, clearly excited that he had found someone like himself. Acous turned to see the group of Namekians nearby distressed for a moment until their faces turned to anger. Acous would simply place a hand on Ollo's shoulder before urging him to walk with him.

"Apologies everyone! That was my fault. No need to be alarmed!"

This people had just suffered an attack and Ollo's fire did not instill confidence they would not suffer the same fate again from outsiders. Quickly ushering Ollo to the outskirts of their camp to ensure the Mazoku's comfort and their own safety. He kept his eyes on the ruins however, even after they reached safety.

"Yes... I can use magic as well."

Acous stated, still being cautious to watch for any sudden movements. If they were to be driven off, he would rather not be caught unaware. After a long pause and being confident they were not going to be attacked. Acous relaxed a little.

"Yea, Sin and I use magic to create the suit I wear when I am forced into combat."

Acous then held up a hand , his green skin soon covered in grey moving nanomachines that were like a swarm. The swarm soon materializing a gauntlet of his suit, the red and black armor soon being revealed as the nanomachines retreated from it.

"See?"

Acous stated holding out his arm for Ollo to see.

Acous listened to what Ollo said, pondering about that for a moment. Warrior clans could use magic but were not good at healing. So did that automatically make him one? It was then that he soon learned that because of his suit, Ollo considered him even more likely to be one. His apparent kindness also setting him up to be a dragon clan, to which he looked to Ollo. His kindness had never been complimented in such a way, nor did he look for it. If someone needed help, Acous wished to do so. When he was young he was out for himself... but now he wasn't.

"I see..."

Acous looked to the Mazoku tribes location, the ruins that served as their makeshift home for now and felt his heart sink. Who could do this to those people? Why had so many people suffered under that attack? Did they think they were here to be dominated? To be enslaved? The Mazoku had suffered greatly, as all Namekians had. But thoughts for another time.

"I can heal others wounds."

Acous looked to Ollo then, adjusting his shirt and trying to look more presentable. A nervous tick of his that had become a habit over the years. He didn't know how to respond to this sudden praise. He felt awkward, like his kindness had been shown to be false when it wasn't. He felt a strange disconnect with his earlier actions now...

Acous couldn't explain why he felt the way he did. It was an odd sensation to say the least. His struggles to accept praise for his kindness was not something he could easily accept. He had done it without the need for acknowledgement but Ollo pointing it out brought to light how much he felt uncomfortable with praise. He was never really praised for his actions before, Sin, nor his co-workers ever sought to praise his kindness. Which wasn't unheard of, he invented weapons of war in the past... though now his company focused on economics and commodities now.

"No, no. I am happy to know my clan its just odd being praised. No one has ever done that before."

Acous put a hand to the back of his head, feeling nervous and anxious. He had faced down the galaxies best business men before and now he was feeling nervous of all times. When an employee came rushing to him, wearing a shirt that held the logo of his company on it. Acous turned to them fully, wanting to leave the conversation alone for now. The employee explained they needed his attention immediately, as something had happened and he needed to be present for it. With a nod, Acous turned back to Ollo then.

"Apologies Ollo. It seems something has come up as you just heard. Take care of yourself ok?"

Acous stated before giving Ollo a wave good bye and starting towards the ruins once more. Whatever was going on must have been important for someone to come get him.