Singing Soothes The Heart And Mind...

Singing soothes the heart and mind...

When the constructs catch you singing...

Pgr Headcanons

Sometimes you just having nothing important to do, and you figured, it won't hurt to lower your guard for a little while.

And so, you began to hum along a small tune. Your hummed the next melody as soon as the pervious one was finished, and the next thing you knew, you were in a singing trance. Without knowing, a figured walked in...

Watanabe (Nightblade/Astral)

Watanabe only allowed you, the Commandant of Grey Ravens to stay in the Oasis for the time being.

He only left you alone in their HQ meeting room to fetch something.

Alone, you were quietly singing a song leisurely as you wait.

Watanabe walked in, his footsteps were quiet and it didn't alert you.

He was surprised to hear you singing.

Watanabe would tune in and listen. The singing reminded him of his late friend, Bruce.

Watanabe said, "You got a nice voice...". You stopped what you were doing and quickly turned around, a little embrassed.

"Do you sing often?" he asked. You nodded, "when I am bored."

"... there is this song, that I think you would also like." "Really?" "It's a old song... a friend of mine taught me, but I am not good at singing. I simply think it's a waste to not have a good voice to sing a good song."

He basically sang it to you. (Please excuse his voice crack in some areas ;w;).

Sometime later, while you are waiting for your team to arrive, you would start to hum Bruce's song. Soon, you began to quietly sing it.

Watanabe just sat next you and listened. Reminiscing the good old days, while enjoying the way you sing as how the song is meant to be.

Sophia (Sliverfang)

Sophia heard your humming and decided to take a look.

She was curious about the song and enjoyed it. It was different than the ones she listened to in Akidelik.

So, she spoked, "Commandant... what are you singing?"

Her voice scared you, and you jumped. Turning around, you saw Sophia standing by the doorway, looking at you.

You have to explain to her that the songs are basically just songs one would listen to on a music player.

"Oh, so this is Eden's music." Sophia commented.

Sliverfang then proceeds to share her experience with music. It was usually music that the nobles enjoyed, or that Changyu would whistle tunes when he's on the job.

As you both chatted about the topic, Sophia suggested to have a duet. Given, she never really have the time or opportunity to sing.

She wanted to try whistling like Changyu.

And, she enjoys making music with you.

Needless to say, some passerby knocked to ask both of you to keep the noise down.

Lucia (Lotus)

She walked in on you singing a song. It was a simple tune, but she felt soothed by it.

So, whenever Lucia catches you alone and singing, she doesn't speak and just listens.

The more she does this, the more she remembers the tune and soon enough, she can sing the same songs.

Although, Lucia won't sing out loud. It's embarrassing for her, and to her, she only wants to hear you sing.

Because the song and your voice calms her in someway.

Funny thing is, she sees singing as a calming mechanism, if there was a situation in dire need of such, she would sing.

Eg. if a comrade or someone gets frantic or incoherent, Lucia would try to use singing; trying to mimic how you sang, as a way to calm said person or to distract them.

But that's only for the last resort.

"It's not me, it's thanks to Commandant's singing that helped."

Qu (Pavo)

She caught you humming a small tune to yourself, and recongises the song was from the time she played the Guqin.

Qu remained quiet and listened as you hummed. Paying attention to each note and rhythm.

She would genuinely be surprised if you can hum the full song with no mistakes.

The next time you visit Kowloong, Qu would alway think of other new songs to play on the instrument so she can boarden your musical scope.

But she rather teach you how to play the instrument instead. There's nothing better than hearing the tune being played by the unique pitch of the gut strings.

Politely, you declined the offer.

Kamui (Tenebrion)

Having to catch you once while you were quietly singing to yourself, he had been deliberately making rounds to catch you singing again.

The books never talked about that.

He was curious about the act of singing and wanted to know a few songs to try it out.

How do you manipulate your voice like that? Do you need to have a program to make your voice having such a big vocal range?

Kamui brings this topic up while you were hanging out with him. And, you tried to teach him how to sing.

Though, you were curious to see if Kamui can grasp the concept of it.

Which was kind of a mistake on your behalf, because after that, Chrome came up to you and said:

"Commandant, it would be better if this came from you, but Kamui has been singing non stop in the resting quarters."

"... Well, I guess he's having fun?" you replied.

"... It would be, if his shouting sounds more like singing. I have already received a few complaints from others. Please, Commandant, do something about this."

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Commandant of Grey Ravens,

It's been a while since we last talked. I haven't got the time to send a message due to an upcoming sandstorm.

The desert is unpredictable at times, but we are not under prepare and made preperations in advance. Unless, those two girls...

Anyway, I wouldn't mind sharing this little thought with you.

I have started to pick up gardening, although, I am no expert, I was able to cultivate some flower seeds from the very few plantation growing nearby.

The seeds are growing quite nicely and in a few months time, the flowers will bloom.

I am not sure what type of flower it might be, but, given the artifical plantation in Babylonia, I thought you would like to see how a real flower grows on earth.

Sorry, I got off a little tangent.

But, my reason for messaging you:

Please relay to Babylonia to allocate us the compensation and resources for the damages, their two constructs caused during the new year.

The Oasis is left vulnerable by the damage. I believe that boss of yours could pull some strings for this matter, no?

-Watanabe

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Commandant of Grey Raven

Hassen character study (ft. reader)

Summary:

Humanity has still not been able to reclaim earth yet, as Nikola reflected how dire the situtation was, which puts Hassen in a difficult position.

But he believe that the next generation, can bring about hope with new blood and talent.

Tags: Character study-fic, Reader is a student in F. O. S Military Command College, pre-commandant timeline, canon divergent, short.

Celica stood by the door of Hassen's office. Currently waiting for Nikola to finish his unscheduled business with the President.

The secretary shuffled her feet a little, to elevate the weight on her foot. She read the time on her watch, Nikola had been talking to Hassen for a while, but to Celica, she doesn't care all that much. Daydreaming about her fantasy of becoming the Overlord, she failed to notice the conversation inside the office came to an end.

Suddenly the door opened, pulling the secretary back to reality, and the Chief of Council walked out. Straightening his black suit, he didn't bother greeting Celica and just left with a usual scowl.

The woman watched as Nikola walked away, making a rather displeased face before she turned her heels towards the office door. Giving it a few knocks, she heard Hassen reply, "Come in."

The door opened automatically and Celica entered. She place the file filled with paperwork, she has been holding onto, on Hassen's desk and said, "As you requested, President Hassen. This is from the F. O. S Military Command College."

No words were exchanged. The man, wearing an eyepatch on this left eye, stared at the file. He didn't move for a while. In thought, he grabbed the stack of paperwork and flipped through the pages.

In Celica's eyes, the man in front of her was rather uncharacteristic silence. This could only mean one thing, Nikola must have said something.

Scanning through the contents and photos, the secretary had just remembered to take two envelopes out from her other file and place it on the desk, "... and these as well, sir." she added.

When Hassen's gaze landed on the two envelope, his face reacted as he already knew what the content is about.

"Again? That makes eight." he spoke looking back at the woman.

She nodded and explained, "Commandant Mikhal and Thomas opt for an early retirement, Sir."

A chuckle of disbelief escaped his lips, "This is not good... Nikola just reflected that to me." he stood up from his seat and walked towards the window. Earth was just outside, and the dream of reclaiming it is far from finished. The troubling thoughts were bubbling in his mind.

Hassen asked, "how are the new constructs doing in the Science department?"

"According to Asimov, 10 new constructs are underway. As for the rest, they are still in training." Celica replied.

"How about the deal with Kurono Ops?"

"They are willing to let go of a few constructs. They will be shipped within three days."

Nodding, Hassen turned around and headed for the door.

"Sir?" Celica asked with a bewildered expression.

Her gaze followed her boss as he reaches the door. "You are dismissed," he said

"but sir," Celica followed, "you are going to have a meeting soon!"

"Cancel that. I am heading out for a bit."

"Sir, wait!"

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"President Hassen! Good to see you again!" an older man greeted. He reached out and shook Hassen's hand. The latter gave a mutual nod.

"It's been a while, Anderson" He replied. He forced a small smile on his lips while they both stroll along the campus of F. O. S.

"How's the base? I haven't been there for a long time." Anderson asked.

"A few changes have been made, policies added...technologically improved... The usual stuff." Hassen said.

They walked along the outdoor pathway, which leads up to the main building. Over there, the students were coming and going from their classes.

Hassen looked around. The students were like busy bees, rushing to get to their next class. They seem to look relaxed and carefree.

The air on the campus lacked a sense of seriousness. If only the students were aware of how dire the situation is. Reclaiming the earth has become increasingly difficult, and all the while the World Organisation claims the opposite. Nikola pointed the former out.

The lack of suffient commadants in the C.C (commandant and construct) program made it hard for Hassen to deliver results.

He let out a sigh and began a small talk.

"So, how's teaching?" he questioned, "I heard old veterans have a hard time adjusting. Did you adjust well?"

The old man chuckled. A laugh came from the veteran, he reached his arm out to pat Hassen's shoulder, "certainly not as hard as overseeing the future of mankind."

"That's true..." Hassen let out a playful scoff.

They both went inside the new campus building and Anderson proceed to give Hassen a tour. The classrooms look neat and clean. The hallways were nicely kept.

Impressed by the tardiness, Hassen turned his head to and fro, observing at the architecture in detail. It was surely well-made and designed. Hopefully, the extra funding helped cultivate a better quality of training for the candidates.

"I should show you our new library," the old man said and guide Hassen through the corridor.

"... The students," Hassen went to the point, "how are they doing?"

The old man turned to look at the president, "The students? You mean their progress?", As if Anderson read Hassen's mind,"I see... checking if we teachers did a good job or not, huh?."

"Not so much... But, think of it as a causal inspection." Hassen said.

As they arrived at the library, Hassen nodded his head in approval. He admits the space looked nice and comfortable.

The students were curently studying inside the library. Some were in groups and some where looking through books for research.

"I just want to know, will the new Candidates be qualified enough for the C.C program. The last batch of Candidates performed badly...some couldn't even stomach the scene of the real battle field... "

"Having doubts, Mr president?" Anderson asked. He can sense the stess in Hassen's voice.

"..." the latter didn't reply. The veteran hit the bullseye. The silent was all Anderson needs to understand the president's worries.

Hassen wore a troubled look before walking away to explore the library alone.

He was, indeed, having doubts about the next batch of candidates. These youngsters lived too comfortably.

He questioned: Will they be better than the pervious batches and the ones before? Or will they be the same and let reality shatter their heroic dream? Just like those eight retirement letters.

The shelves were filled with books ranging from topic to topic. Hassen picked up a book and flip through a few pages to help ease his troubling mind.

His rough fingers flipped through the book as he read its content. It was a book about the human brain.

Skimming through the words, a voice alerted him. He quickly turned to his side and saw you looking at him.

You gave a polite smile, noticing the Millitary badge on Hassen's jacket, you address, " Sir," you stood up straight, "may I ask you to lend me that book once you are finished?"

Hassen closed the book and handed it to you. He said, "I am not using this for anything. I am just looking through."

You reached out and took the book. You thanked him and proceed to return to your study when Hassen called out for you.

"Candidate," he said, you stopped and turned around.

'Yes, sir? " you replied standing straight.

"May I know what you are studying?" Hassen asked.

"Yes, sir. I am reviewing about the functions of the human brain in relation to making the M. I. N. D for my final thesis, sir"you answered.

Nodding his head, the older man listened and questioned further, "That's hugely in relation to the C&C, perhaps you are interested in this field?" he asked.

There, he saw a spark lit up in your eyes, " I strive to join Babylonia after graduating," you said, "I want to be part of the C&C team."

"... So you want to be a Commandant... It's not an easy path. It's no place for a hero's dream" Hassen warned.

He expected to see you get disheartened. After all, it's the truth. Yet, at the same time he was interest to see how you would wrap your head around this reality.

You thought about what Hassen said. You weren't defensive nor were you offended. Naturally you replied, " I chose to be a Commandant not because I want to be a hero. In fact, I never thought of myself as one."

Your answer pique his interest.

He pressed his question further, "Then tell me what made you want it be a commandant, Candidate."

And, you gave him your answer.

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Celica jumped from her seat when she saw Hassen had returned. She quickly rushed towards him and spew her complaints.

"You are finally back, sir!" she spoke with a disapproving voice, "do you know how hard it was for me to cover for you at the meeting? Nikola was furious, sir. And that boy he has with him didn't make the situtation better."

Hassen sighed.

"So, that's why I am asking for compensation. Three weeks worth of paid leave."

"Denied," Hassen answered and went into his office. Celica followed.

He quickly sat back on his seat and took the file that was left on his desk since afternoon. Going through the student profiles, he stopped when he saw a photo of you, attached to your information.

Reading through, he handed the paper work to Cecila and said, "Get this candidate a position in the C&C program."

The secretary wore a confused look on her face as she took the paperwork. "You want me to request a waiver?"

Hassen nodded. As his mind began to turn and hope was rebuilding. The next generation is important, as you have prove to him.

Moreso, you are important to him.

A new hope for mankind, starting from you.

"But sir, it's hard to waiver a fresh graduate..." Celica commented.

"... Then we will just have to create an new position," Hassen proposed," it's time to put forward this elite team in place: Project: Grey Raven.

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Author's note:

Read the PGR manga about Hassen's back story. It really fuelled my interest about him.

Also, baby Hassen is so cute.

©Punishing-eden

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Commandant of Grey Raven @mionie ,

You should know your constructs well enough to know who.

I only know the name of Nanami; still insisting to wreak havoc to the Osais.

The other lass is the one that wields the canonn of 'Fireworks' during the new years.

Your other construct, Lee, has reported the damages and loss on my end, I believe there was a paragraph that mentioned you were the one telling them to get fire works.

So, I suppose you could be cooperative and relay the message to your President. Then I can pretend I never saw that paragraph.

-Watanabe

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Got my ass beat by Camu in game, twice.

Too raged to even continue to write about him.

Hi been following your blog for a while now and I finally racked up the courage to ask for a request.

The new Chrome Glory frame's idle voice line was super cute like Skk just falling asleep and Chrome sing-songing them to wake up or they'll get a cold but skk doesn't absolute fluff.

It however got me thinking Skk is very overworked their character is so hardworking that in Echo Aria they were fading in and out of consciousness but was insisting they were fine.

I'm a sucker for a sickfic or one of those fics where one has to tell the other to go sleep because they can tell their tired or the fics where the other can't sleep and the other soothes them to sleep.

A bit indulgent I know, but they, funny enough also help me sleep because my mind just constantly races. Any one of those scenarios would be cute to read with Chrome either frame.

Thank you for reading.

Being Here with You...

Chrome (Archlight) x Commandant/Reader

Summary:

Having caught a fever during a battle you have no choice but to rest. With Chrome, he is here to make sure you recover well enough to head back to the base.

Tags: Fluff, Sickfic, Sleeping fic, one-shot, request

Trudging your way through the battlefield, you noticed your breathing got heavier. you couldn't help but feel your eyes water from your fatigue. 'no,' you said to yourself, 'I must keep moving!'

Sluggishly, you leg felt heavy as you began to fall behind from your team.

"Commandant?" Lucia turned around and asked.

The dizziness began to pick up its momentum, hitting you in waves as you tried to focus on your mission. The rain, at this point, started to pour a little harder.

"I am fine," you managed to speak.

Forcing yourself to push through, you ignored the warnings and concerns from others about your crammed schedule that suddenly arose in your mind. As if now you have finally realised how bad your health has plummeted, with one last step, too weak to support your weight yourself, you came falling down on the muddy ground.

"Commandant!"

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The sky went from dark to light grey as the rain poured heavily, washing the scent of oil and vital fluids away.

"Temperature's reaching 37 degrees," Liv said.

Her hands gently swipe a strand of hair from your forehead. Your clothes have been disposed of near a makeshift campfire, leaving you with your undershirt and shorts.

Lucia had just come back with more firewood and had added them to the fire. In hopes, to dry your clothes as soon as possible.

You shift slightly, head resting on Liv's lap, and you pulled on Lucia and Lee's jacket closer. Trying to suppress the involuntarily cold shivers running through your body.

"How's Commandant?" Lucia asked.

There was a look of worry on Liv's face, "Fever's starting to run high," she said.

"I have used Commandant's comm to request for a medic," Lee said, "They should be here by-"

Suddenly, your comms in his hands began to ring. A new message came through.

Lee accepted the message and proceeded to send it to everyone's inner devices. There was a moment of silence as the group comprehended the message. With a frustrated sigh, he commented, "Group D needs backup... Now is not a good time..."

"I-I could stay with Commandant, while you go..." Liv suggest, although she wasn't confident in this decision.

The two other construct heasitated.

"The location of Group D is by the port on the other side. If anything is happening here, we won't make it in time." Lucia said.

Your comms rung again, it was another backup request from another group. This time they need a support construct.

"This is annoying..." Lee mumbled.

The group went silent, trying to think of solutions. They can't just leave you behind when you were having a fever.

Your comms notification went off again alerting, and hurrying your constructs to make a decision. Thinking hard, Lucia was the first to speak up," Lee said help is on its way, we should stay here until they come."

Her teammates both nodded in agreement.

"Whoever is coming, I hope they will be here soon," Lucia said.

"Well, you are just in luck, Lucia," Lee said as he point at the distance. Still foggy from the downpours, the Grey Ravens were able to make out a silhouette running towards them.

"A medic?" Liv asked.

As the figure approached. The group finally saw who had arrived. Drench in rain, water droplets dropped from his blond hair to his synthetic skin. Chrome came at the right time.

Catching his breath, he places the silver case, which he has been carrying the whole time, on the ground. Kneeling by your side he asked, "How's Commandant?"

"Fever is running high, Commandant has experience a few cold seizures. I have been able to keep the fever in check," Liv reported.

She, along with Chrome's help, moved you away from her lap to the ground. "Do you have any medicine at hand?" She asked Archlight.

Responding with a nod, Chrome went to the silver case and opened it. He took out his neatly folded white overcoat and underneath were medical supplies. Taking out a few bottles of pills, he let Liv inspect them. "Which one do you need? I got your call and hurried my way here. Wanshi couldn't come because he's got a hand full on our end."

"Looks like everyone is stretched tight for this operation," Lee said and got his gun ready, "Since Strike Hawk is here, I am more relief to leave Commandant."

Lucia nodded, "Chrome, do you mind taking care of Commandant while we are gone?"

"Noted," Chrome nodded, "I will send our coordinates to the base camp, so the reinforcements can come to pick us up."

"You have our many thanks," Lucia said. She then turned to you, still weak, as Liv held you up so, Chrome can give you the medication.

"Commandant, please be safe. We will be back," Lucia said and followed Lee to the port.

Carefully, Chrome held the bottle of water against your lip as you drank. After swallowing the pill, both Liv and Chrome placed you back down on the ground.

"As soon as the clothes are dry, put them on Commandant to prevent hypothermia. The most important thing is to keep the chest area warm," Liv instructed, "The medication lasts for about two hours, so please remember to give Commandant another dose then."

"Same dosage?" Chrome asked diligently.

"Yes, this medication tends to be drowsy. So don't overdose." Liv got the other bottle and continued, "These can also work as pain killers, if Commandant is in any pain you can also use these."

"Noted."

Liv gave an assured smile and nodded, "Thank you for doing this, I will be off now."

"Rest assured. I will take care of Commandant." Chrome promised. He watched as Liv ran in the other direction to help the other group.

Now alone with you, Chrome was confident to make sure you can survive out on this battlefield until the rescue team comes.

Resting your head on his lap, he grabbed his white overcoat, since he place it in the briefcase, the clothing was nice and dry. He managed to wrap it around you as your body shivered.

The construct stayed still for a long while as you rest. Eyes diligently survey the surroundings for anything feasible danger, but so far, there was none.

For a moment, he got a little distracted and looked down at you, still lying asleep on his lap. He studied your face since it was the first time he saw you sleeping so peacefully. Your brows were, for once, not furrowed together and your hands weren't fisted tightly.

You slept without a care.

As much as Chrome wanted to let you sleep, he checked the time before his hand gently hover above your face. He remains stoic and quiet. Thinking hard to himself. Staying in this position for a while, he let out a small breath and moved his hand to your shoulder, poking you lightly.

You did not stir.

He poked a little harder.

No reaction.

He tapped on your shoulder harder and you woke.

"Hmmm..." you let out a protest. Your head felt light as you slowly got up.

Groggily looking around, you notice Chrome next to you. Wiping the sleep away from your face, your vision cleared with Archlight in front of you, holding a water bottle and a little pink pill in his other hand.

Confused you looked at Chrome, but he spoke before you could ask him what was going on.

"Oh good you are awake, it's time to take your medicine," he said.

"Medicine?" you asked.

"Do you not know what happened?" Chrome asked.

You shook your head, head still feeling terrible, but it felt much better than before.

"My head hurts... Where are the others?" you asked. As Chrome gestures insisted, you took the pill, popped it in your mouth, and took a swig from the bottle of water.

"They currently placed in different stations as a backup. I am tasked to supervise you before the reinforcements come." Chrome explained.

No matter how thorough his explain was, you didn't quite hear him. Your mind wandering with disoriented thoughts. Your face, still flushed with fever, you spoke, "I got to find them..."

Stubbornly, you fought the fatigue and were about to stand up when Chrome quickly grabbed you and pulled you back down, "Commandant, wait! You are still sick, it is best to stay here and recover than engage in battle."

"I will be fine... I did this before..." you protested.

"No, it's too dangerous." Chrome argued, struggling to pull you back by the arm.

Your brows furrowed, annoyed by the construct's actions. Seeing how much you insisted on leaving, Chrome had no choice but to wrap his arms around you and pull you back down with him.

"Forgive me Commandant, but I must keep you safe," he said sternly. He held you tight as you wiggled about.

Only, for your movements began to slow down. Your protest grew weak and before you know it, you let out a big yawn.

"See?" Chrome spoke softly, "Please take a rest, Commandant."

"..." you went quiet and gave your current situation a thought. You couldn't argue that your eyelids were feeling heavy. Your head was still pounding, and your body was screaming for you to let it take adequate rest.

"...fine, I guess I could take this opportunity to "slack off", like how everyone has been telling me to." you made a dissatisfied look. Looking up, your eyes met with Chrome's, "Just wake me up ten minutes before the reinforcements arrive."

With that, you lay your head against Chrome's chest. Following the rhythm of his breathing; you know it's artificial but you never paid mind. Slowly, you drifted off to your very much-needed slumber. Naturally, you snuggled close to Chrome, finding comfort from his arms holding on to you. somewhat also acting as a mattress or the alike.

This left Archlight in a rather troubling position. What would he suppose to do if he needs to move? Should he wake you up when you are supposed to stay asleep? However, he thought that maybe this isn't so bad.

"Really...what must it take for you to get some rest? " He lets out a defeat sign with a smile. He doesn't mind being your bed, if it means for you to recover and get some rest.

Regardless, shifting his arms securely around you, he adjust his coat to make sure you were warm enough before returning his gaze to survey the area.

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Author's notes

As I wrote this, I was thinking should I go for a sick fic or a sleep fic. Then I thought, why not both?

Tbh, I actually haven't done Echos Aria yet. (I also didn't get S Chrome) :/

Maybe, I might get to it in the future.