2998/More to the Voice.

More to the Voice.
Date of Scene:	28 October 2017
Location:	Unknown
Synopsis:	Summary needed
Cast of Characters:	Martian Manhunter, Star Sapphire

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Martian Manhunter has posed:
Space, where no one can hear you scream, and that is exactly what had Star Sapphire concerned when she felt the fear radiating out from the International Space Station. She could sense the building trauma as if she were in a movie theater during a horror flick. The astronauts, scientists used to space and it's dangers, felt the shadow of Death quickly coming over them with the certainty of the Sun rising on a new day.

At the same time, J'onn was looking for Star, and had been away from the Watchtower Monitors. He is currently floating in New York City, his mind scanning for her own, and is not aware of the dangers in Earth's orbit. Once he finds her mind, he sends a gentle brush of his own, and asks <Carol, are you busy?>

Star Sapphire has posed:
<J'onn, there's something wrong.> Star Sapphire is flying quickly toward the space station, and the moment it is in sight, she reaches out her hands toward the station, bubbling it with a forcefield with urgency. <Please, come quickly if you can. I need you.>

Martian Manhunter has posed:
The urgency in Star's thoughts moves J'onn to action, and his eyes check the sky for her. For his enhanced Martian vision he easily sees her in Orbit, Violet light flashing as she surrounds them in a bubble, <I am on my way.> comes his immediate response as he rockets skyward.

As Star arrives at the ISS there isn't any visible threat she can see or sense, but the fear coming off the astronauts continues to grow. However, upon her arrival as well as the sight of the Violet Bubble, she will begin to feel a sense of Hope blossoming. One of the astronauts run to a nearby window, and upon finding Star floating outside she waves frantically at the Violet Lantern.

As J'onn closes the distance, he reaches out to Star again, <Star, it appears there was an initial brush with some micrometeorites that damaged the outer hull, and it was not forseen by the initial scans.> There is a pause, a moment later J'onn adds, <There is a larger storm coming, and it is likely to cause increased damage. They are working to repair the hull, but it is not safe for them during the storm. We will need to protect the Space Station, help repair the damage to the Hull, and keep the additional storm from causing any further damage.>

As J'onn finishes his assessment of the situation, he arrives next to Star, his eyes looking out towards space as he scans for the incoming storm. <I estimate we have four minutes and thirty two seconds before the bulk of the storm arrives.>

Star Sapphire has posed:
<Then we have three and a half minutes to work.> She drops her hands and the swirling violet forcefield fades. <I'll repair the hull first. See what you can do about the incoming? A forcefield this large would take too much energy to sustain during that kind of assault. I will raise a forcefield again in three and a half minutes.> She looks to J'onn, then. <I trust you. But be careful.> As she turns again to the International Space Station, she moves quickly to it, seeking out the damage, and using her ring to rearrange the matter to repair what damage she can see without, sealing any breaches in the airlock and pulling together the molecules to repair holes in the hull. At the same time, she sends out emotional vibrations to all present, J'onn included, imparting a sense of peace in a time of urgency, and attempting to calm the astronauts so that they can carry out the duties that they need to perform in an emergency situation. <Please let them know that we are working to secure them...>

Martian Manhunter has posed:
<I will handle the incoming storm...> J'onn nods in agreement with Star, and moves a few thousand feet away from the Space Station. He reaches out to the astronauts and Star at the same time, <Greetings brave astronauts. The Violet Lantern Star Sapphire, and The Martian Manhunter are here to help. I have opened up communications with you so that you may help us understand the extent of the situation.> The Fear from the ISS drops a great deal at hearing that the two heroes are there to help, and the Hope grows in comparison. <Star Sapphire will help you repair the ship. I will deal with the incoming storm.>

The astronaut at the window waves again to Star, <There are several breaks in the hull that need to be sealed. We have sealed ourselves off from the breached areas...> but Star is already working on repairing those issues.

As the second portion of the storm closes, J'onn forms a psionic barrier behind him that encompasses the ISS, arching slightly so that anything that gets past him will be deflected away, and will burn up in Earth's atmosphere. <I will move forward to deal with the storm. If you need assistance with the repairs let me know, Star.> With that said, J'onn disappears from sight.

Star Sapphire has posed:
With three minutes left 'til impact, Star tilts her head, running her hand along a large gash in the hull, as the metal bends outward again, the metal mending itself, as her hand moves across the damage, leaving only the shining scar of new metal - or old metal whose molecules have been rearrranged. She does "Scan interior structural reinforcements," she says aloud to her ring, and as the images appear in her mind, she manifests them in the form of a large violet grid, onto which is a mapped construct of the space station before her. Any damage remaining, she addresses in the corresponding spots on the ship. <The ship is repaired, J'onn. Two minutes to impact. I will raise the forcefield in one minute, and I will remain inside the shield, as I cannot defend myself and keep this shield up at the same time. Are you safe?>

Martian Manhunter has posed:
J'onn will fly into the storm with superhuman speed, his eyes flaring with his Martian Vision, his hands shifted into clubs, and the speed of his movements smashing the larger of the meteorites into dust that are not a danger. To those incapable of following his super human speed they will see flashes of his vision, bright red in the darkness of space, but little else in the midsts of the storm.

<I believe most of the debris will be taken care of before we arrive...> J'onn replies just to Star, <Given the current integrity I believe both of our shields would be the best chance of zero casualties.> As the storm closes, the red lights appear more and more often, <We are closing, Star. Please head into the shield..> There is a pause, a sense of appreciation at her for her concern, <..I will be fine, Star. If something happens to change that I will remove myself from the danger.>

Then, two minutes later, across J'onn's shield as well as across the forcefield that Star raises there will be small lights that pop up as the micrometeorites impact against them. After a few minutes, the storm passes, and the sense of Relief is palpable to Star from the Space Station. She can see within the ISS that the astronauts are hugging, crying, and waving to their heroes from one of the windows. The sentiment is easily felt even though they can hear the words in the mental link J'onn has setup. <Thank You!>

Star Sapphire has posed:
As the wave of joy washes over Star, there is more - an affection within the hearts of the astronauts inside for both her and J'onn. This, she senses freely, and she redirects the emotion, sharing it with J'onn, and giving him the image that she sees, of hearts aglow. <This is the part that you do not see, when you help others. You do not, but I do. It's time that you saw it, too.>

Martian Manhunter has posed:
Returning to float in front of one of the occupied windows, J'onn offers a small wave as he communicates to the group <It is our honor to help, brave astronauts. I believe your communications will be available shortly. Make sure to tell your families that you are doing well.> J'onn then floats up and out of range of sight of the station as he smiles over to Star.

<You are right, Star...> J'onn replies, his own thoughts turning to the feelings that Star sends him, <...It is an excellent feeling, and one that I sorely miss.> He waits for her to accompany him before he continues <Which leads me to part of the reason I wish to speak to you today..>

He does pause for a moment, however, adding <You did very well, Star. It is likely given the damage they sustained, and the short time period before the second storm they would have all perished.> He offers her a smile, genuine in nature, <I am glad I was of assistance to you, and will always be available when you need.>

Star Sapphire has posed:
<It's my pleasure to assist YOU, J'onn. My place is not on the front line, but behind it, protecting them. I admire your courage in the face of danger. You...inspire me. And thank you so much for coming to aid so quickly. If they had perished, I would have with them.> She joins him closer, drifting quietly with an expression conveying intensity painting her features. <What is it you wished to discuss? I am always here for you, if you should need me.>

Martian Manhunter has posed:
Offering a hand to her, J'onn says <Come. Have you seen Mars?> His smile fades a bit, before he continues, <Both parts of our conversation revolves around Mars, and I think it would be appropriate to have that conversation there if you have the time?>

Shaking his head, J'onn adds <I would not have you perish for any reason, Star.> The emotions that flow from him are easily deciphered, as normal, by her and it is obvious that the even the thought causes him some discomfort. <We all perform the best we know how, and provide the aid we are most capable of when these situations arise.> J'onn explains, a bit embarrassed at comments on his courage, <Courage has many forms, and is seen even in the heart of a Woman who would stand before certain death for strangers.>

Star Sapphire has posed:
Star Sapphire smiles, taking J'onn's hand and staying close. <I would be honoured to join you in your homeland, for whatever conversation occupies your mind. I will try not to let your heart be heavy, J'onn.> She does not wish to manipulate his emotions, but in contact with him, she imparts comfort, that the sharpness of his pain might be dulled, as they travel to his world.

Martian Manhunter has posed:
The trip is quick, not as quick as Star could do it, but part of his enjoyment in flying there is being in space itself. The trip does lighten his mood, especially with the help of Star, and when their feet land on the dusty ruins of the planet his Heart is not nearly as heavy as usual when he visits.

After a moment, J'onn begins a story <My people began exploring space, and new we would need assistance for such an endeavor. Even though we did not get along with our White Martian brethren, we both realized that we could not take on the rigors of Space Exploration as well as maintain our home without assistance, and so we used our advanced Technological and Biology knowledge to create a new Race.> He turns to Star, wondering how she would take such a revelation. Many on Earth have strong feelings of who and what should be a creator, and it is not a topic they have discussed yet.

<My people created the Saturnites from our own DNA.> J'onn explains, <In many ways they are similar to us, but ultimately they are a separate species. We helped build their Culture, taught them as if they were our Children, and saw them rise to sustain their own Species.> Here though, his thoughts and Heart turn a bit darker, shaking his head he adds <But because of our own grievances as White and Green Martians, our Children ended up with the same battles, that almost led to their Destruction.>

Star Sapphire has posed:
<It is not only the way of Humans and Martians, but the way of all sentient beings, to take up grievances with those unlike them. It seems to be the way with any race whose intelligence, chemical makeup, and sentience allow for emotional response.> She seems surprised by this revalation, however, and looks to J'onn. <Were you reluctant to tell me this?>

Martian Manhunter has posed:
<I believe I can trust you with my secrets, Star.> J'onn admits after he takes a moment to think about her question. <It is not a topic I have discussed with others for fear of their concern about creating a new life form.> He continues to hold her hand, warm still through the field she uses to protect herself, <I tell you this so you understand what I ask of you.> He looks back to Star after scanning over the torn landscape of his Home.

<There is an opportunity for the Saturnites to find peace. There is a Man of the Red, and a Princess of the White. There is a wish that the two Join, similar to what Humans call Marriage, so that the two Species see a Union that can be shared.> His eyes take in her own, Hope and Curiosity flowing from him as he continues, <I have been asked, as a Trusted Creator and only known Green Martian, to broker the Diplomatic Discussion between the two groups. I would like you to accompany me, and assist in this Mission. It could mean paving a new path for the Species, and stopping a War that has raged for thousands of years.>

Star Sapphire has posed:
<Such a union would be greatly facilitated through the softening of the hearts involved.> Star is beginning to see her purpose in what J'onn is asking. <I would do any service to you and those to whom you deem as needful of my help. Whatever you need and desire, J'onn. I am your humble servant in this endeavour. However I may be of assistance. I am willing.>

Martian Manhunter has posed:
<Partner.> J'onn responds to Star's affirmation in helping him on this mission. <We would be Partners. I would be seen as a neutral party, and having a Violet Lantern would help ease the tensions between the two groups.> He offers a small nod in thanks, as he adds <Your help will prove a pivotal role, Star, and I cannot thank you enough for your offer of assistance.> He smiles, adding <It means quite a bit to me. This is a mission that my people would dream of accomplishing.>

There is another pause, this one longer, from J'onn. <Carol.> His tone and emotions becoming more serious, <The second topic I wish to discuss with you is of a personal nature.> Hesitance for a moment, and he begins <Remember when I reached out to you to talk about about The Great Voice? My intent on buiding a connection with someone, and what it would mean for Her and I?> Now that he has walked down this path, he continues before he reconsiders, <I would like to see if you would be a part of this connection as well?> He shakes his head, the last part not conveying his interest, <I want you to be a part of this connection, and I hope you feel the same, Carol.>

Star Sapphire has posed:
Carol smiles genuinely and brightly. <In that, I would be thrilled. You honour me not only in your request, but also in your desire to include me. This is a step that I had hoped you would reach, if your abilities allowed. But it was something that you had to come to on your own. It brings me joy to know that this is something you can do. It will be a tremendous step in healing the old wounds within you.>

Martian Manhunter has posed:
Letting out a sigh, as J'onn was unsure how Star would have taken his request, he takes both of her hands in his own. <This means a great deal to me, Carol. Your acceptance, your help, and your presence has been a driving factor in the changes that have happened...> His eyes move from her to look back over Mars <...it has been your efforts that have led to my understanding and growth, and beginning to accept what is important for me.> He wraps his arms around her, standing on this desolate planet, and she can feel the tumble of emotions that roll from him... chief among them Hope and Companionship. <Thank you.>

Star Sapphire has posed:
Star creates a forcefield around them both. A larger bubble, swirled on the surface with violet light, not unlike the rainbow of hues swirling the surface of a bubble blown by a child. Inside, she drops her own field and holds J'onn close, her very skin offering the Martian a sense of the affection she feels for him. And all of the love that his heart is capable of feeling.

Martian Manhunter has posed:
J'onn stands quiet, time passes but seemingly irrelevant, as the two embrace in the protection of Star's power. She can feel his acceptance of the affection from her, returned back to her in kind, and allowing it to remind him of why he is here. Slowly he stands back, still holding her hands, "Carol, if you are ready, I can initiate your connection here and now..." He looks around his smile tinged with sadness, "...I think there is some Irony and Karma to performing this activity here."

Star Sapphire has posed:
Star, following J'onn's gaze, nods quietly. "I am ready. May what we do here begin to help in healing this place, and the one who has escaped it." She smiles encouragingly and squeezes J'onn's hands. "Then so be it, let us be the ones who begin it."

Martian Manhunter has posed:
J'onn nods his head in agreement, "Some day I will figure out how to heal the Planet as well." He turns his gaze back to Star, "You have started the process of healing Mar's Last Son, Carol. I can never repay you for all you have done." He closes his eyes, reaching out to Carol with his mind, and finding the familiar mental comfort of her mind. As J'onn sends his mental probe deeper, far into her subconscious, he begins forming the link between the two of them. As the link begins opening, Star can feel the flow of emotions opening slowly from him, followed by his unguarded thoughts, and finally access to memories that she has not seen before.

As he had done with another, Star can sense that he keeps the link open for her so that she knows that she is capable of pulling from him, and it is no longer J'onn pushing those thoughts at her mind. Slowly he opens his eyes, new insight available to Star, and a connection that cannot be relayed until it is experienced. This connection, combined with her own power, allows a deeper insight into the Martian than anyone has had before.

Star Sapphire has posed:
Star takes some time before she opens her eyes. Allowing the flood of his thoughts and memories to mesh with her own in the connection between them, she also allows her thoughts and memories to flood over him. Opening her eyes slowly, she looks into his. "And now there is no obstacle to what you can become. What we can all become. Together."