In the time after the Blacklist War, Promenade had thrived. With the advent of Yang, Kepler, Beatrice, and so many more, the rebirth of the Paladin program had ensured those many victories, helping lead to a great change in the galaxy.
The Leak had been a true Pandora's Box: releasing it caused controversies, debates, vandalism, revelations, suffering, and even death to thousands of people...but it was also the catalyst to start a new, more mature age of history...
Four long months passed since the Paladins intervened at the Citadel. In that time, Liara observed and participated in change, and transition toward a brighter future for Citadel Space and beyond.
Tywin Edwards was shipped off-station to a prison at a remote moon outpost. Pallas Midows stepped down, taking the fall for the Dalatrass' actions. Viridis Vicrum and Liara T'Soni were both forgiven by the people, and remained on the Council.
@Kephunter Maybe, maybe not. There's a lot more than just your back that's going to be getting fixed around here.
When you're up on your feet again, I'll have your Spectre status reinitialized.
@Kephunter That day I inducted you into the Spectres, I knew you would go on to do great things. But I have to personally thank you. Because of you, my daughters have come back to me - safe. I still have a duty to the people, if they wish it, but things will be different...
@Kephunter Yes. Cujo is dead, and the device is destroyed. Tywin Edwards is a captive, and Lycainus Feltzer...killed. Marie is in the next room, undergoing surgery at the moment.
I'm sorry about Pratt...I truly am.
@Kephunter@DirectPromenade *Liara ended the call and turned her attention to Kepler*
How are you awake?! We pumped you with enough painkillers to put a young krogan to sleep!
@Kephunter@DirectPromenade [...-have all of the necessary resources at Huerta for the injuries she's sustained, but you're right. Knowing you, your agents are already on the way. If you say you can heal her more efficiently at Promenade...you better take care of her, Kobin.]
@_FifthCircle@LambOfShepard@TemperedOath@ClemNee *Once it was over, they each opened their eyes in silence, needing time to process it all. Liara was at a loss for words as tears bursted from her eyes. All she could do was bring Beatrice in for a tight hug, in understanding of her experiences*
Liara's heart spiked at the sound of multiple footsteps approaching her hospital room. One by one, @TemperedOath, @LambOfShepard, @_FifthCircle, and @ClemNee stepped inside for their first proper family reunion in decades...
@_FifthCircle@LambOfShepard@TemperedOath@ClemNee *The room fell quiet upon hearing her words. Each of the Shepards looked at each other, then at their mother. In a silent nod, Liara accepted Bea's offer. They held each other's hands, and closed their eyes*