#sarna rau

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Dead Man Walking

Notes: Rhys and Kayla belong to @outcastcommander

Rhys watched as Sarna looked up from her paperwork and looked up towards the younger man. “Let me understand this properly, Montross sent you two on a scout mission and when you returned, Cedric wasn’t there.” Sarna repeated as she frowned slightly which caused Rhys to nod. “He showed no signs of showing back up as the mission concluded?”.

“No, ma’am.” Rhys answered as he looked down at the shorter woman. “We didn’t have much time to look for him either since the local authorities were hunting us down.”.

“What did Montross say?” Sarna asked patiently, but Rhys knew that glint in her eyes and he felt a chill run up his spine.

“That Cedric would be joining us shortly.”.

Sarna hummed as she stood from her spot and walked over to Rhys. “Follow me, do not speak nor act until I give you the order.”.

Rhys gave a slight nod as the countess walked past him then turned to follow after her and taking note of Kayla joining them once they were outside.

Montross watched as Jaster stared down at the stable sadly, it was a pity that Cedric was so blind in the ways of tradition. Times were changing, it was time for Clan Rau to change with them.

“Montross, what did you do?.” Montross froze as he heard the cold and venomous, Alderaanian-accented voice behind him.

“Sarna, I have no idea what you’re talking about.” Montross answered as he turned to look down at the smaller woman who grabbed him by his collar and yanked him down to her eye level.

“I will ask this one more time, and you will answer truthfully.”  Sarna warned as she glared at him with cold hazel eyes which caused the man to gulp nervously. “What happened to my husband?”.

“I don’t know, he went out to scout.”.

Sarna scowled as she tightened her grip and she flexed her free hand. “Listen to me very carefully, if I found out that you had something -- anything -- to do with this. You will see what I’m like when I’m actually pissed off.” Sarna stated coldly as she released him. “Mark my words, if I found out you killed my husband because of your ambition, I will make sure that your name is nothing but some smudge in some forgotten history book.”.

“Sarna, he…..” Jaster began to say.

“You will not be the new Count and chieftain of Clan Rau, that now resides to myself until Myles comes to age.” Sarna said which cut Jaster off and gestured towards Rhys. “You may maintain your current ranking, if Jaster sees you fit for it. But the responsibility goes of Cab’alor now belongs to Rhys Fett.”.

“You can’t do that! Anybody not adopted into Clan Rau or born into it can accept the mantle!” Montross snapped back which caused Sarna to scowl before she turned her back on him to face the Fett idiot and his little tramp. This was going to be a hitch in his plans.

Rhys took a deep breath as his eyes met Sarna’s, and earned an encouraging smile from the older woman.

“Rhys Fett, of Clan Fett and House Ordo. Do you acknowledge and understand the responsibilities of the Cab’alor?” Sarna asked as Rhys glanced at Montross and glared at him, recalling Cedric’s concerns before he looked back at the woman.

“I, Rhys Fett, of Clan Fett and House Ordo accept and understand the Cab’alor, Countess Sarna Rau.”. Rhys answered as Kayla moved slightly, likely to be ready if Montross lashed out.

Sarna smirked over her shoulder at Montross and Jaster smirked at them both before Sarna turned her attention to him. “Then I, Countess Sarna Alana Thul Rau, of House Ordo and Chieftain of Clan Rau, decree that you will assume the title until either my firstborn, Myles Rogan Rau, is of age to take over or you decide to step down from the assigned position. Do you agree?”.

Rhys nod, thinking of the devastated boy who would one day take his place. “Yes.”.

Sarna turned slightly as Jaster joined them. “Te Haat Mand’alor, do you accept and acknowledge Rhys Fett was your Cab’alor?”.

“I, Jaster Mereel, Mandalore the True, accept and acknowledge Rhys Fett as my Cab’alor.”.

Sarna nod as she turned and sucker punched Montross, straight in the face and almost decking the bastard. “There, it’s done.” Sarna stated as she rubbed her fist. “Remember this clearly, Montross. So long as I and Jaster live, you will never rise from where you are now and if I find out you’re involved with my husband’s murder, you’re a dead man walking, do I make myself clear?”.

Montross paled considerably as he gave a hesitant nod. “I….”.

“‘I’ what, dear?”.

“N-N-nothing.”.

“Lovely! Kayla, why don’t we go check on the children?” Sarna said cheerfully as she walked over to Kayla and wrapped an arm around the younger woman. “I have some plans to discuss with you! And remember my warning, Monty, I will utterly destroy you.”.

Kayla nod warily as she let Sarna lead her out.

“Has she always been like that?” Rhys asked after a few moments which caused Montross to groan.

Jaster smirked slightly. “She’s my Intelligence advisor for a reason, kiddo. She’s a real classy one, but she’s still Mandalorian.”.

Rhys nod slightly, and thanked every last deity they were on the same side.

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The family tree from there goes to the three sons: Cedric Rau (the eldest, who has his father’s hot temple and was Jaster’s Cab’alor), Conrad (the middle son, and Tor Vizsla’s Cab’alor, although he was a spy for Jaster and has Hebi’s calm demeanor but his father’s sharp tongue), and Montross (who is utterly despised by Conrad).

Cedric married Sarna Thul, and had three kids with her. Myles (the eldest, and has a similar demeanor as Hebi and Sarna, and Tani’s twin), Tani (who has her father’s personality) and the middle child/only girl), and Alasdair (who is the baby of the family, there’s a 15-year age difference between him and his older twin siblings. Personality wise, he’s very similar to Fenn). Conrad is in a bit of a poly relationship with one of Sarna’s former handmaidens, Adela, and Karva (a Dathomrian Mandalorian). He doesn’t actually have any biological kids, he has a stepson and some adopted kids. Jordan (the eldest, his stepson/adopted son through Adela. Jordan is....difficult), depending on the AUs, bit of a father figure for Kayla (who is @outcastcommander​‘s wonderful OC) and Jax (one of my ocs). Montross is Montross. That is all on him.

** As for the kids:

Myles married Minerva Halcyon, and had three kids with her. Fenn (who you know is the eldest ^^), Jackson (the middle kid, and Karta’s twin), and Karta (both twins are tnearly four years younger than Fenn)

Tani married Mij Gilamar. All his cadets are her children as far as she’s concerned. Alasdair has not settled yet (work in development)

Jordan had a girlfriend, which resulted in Isabet. Jax married Rav Bralor, which lead to his twins Talia and Conner, and his daughter Xanata. And has a child named Misha, from a relationship with Eleanor Torvi. Then there’s the grandkids who are still in development ^^

Have I told you about Hebi Rau and Romulus Reau?

No but keep going!

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Cedric x Sarna for the OTP Meme!

1. Who is the most affectionate?

They’re both equally affectionate, even if Sarna’s more likely to show in during meetings/social events since Cedric has a reputation and image tobmaintain as the Cab’alor. Be it nicknames, gestures or that sorta thing.

2. Big Spoon/Little Spoon?

Cedric’s Big Spoon while Sarna’s Little Spoon. It defiantly helps that Cedric is built like a tank and a tall fella while Sarna’s smaller and more petite. Plus, Sarna loves using Cedric as a pillow too.

3. Most Common Argument?

Cedric tends to walk off and downplay his injuries more than he should, which tends to annoy Sarna quite a bit. And Sarna tends to scare his younger brother more often than not, as much as he may get a kick out of it they still have to be civil with each other.

4. Favorite Non-Sexual Activity?

They both absolutely love cooking, and took to each other’s culture cuisines quite well, it’s a way for them to spend time together. And despite her size, Sarna is Cedric’s most frequent sparring partner.

5. Who is most likely to carry who?

Defiantly Cedric, but if there’s a situation where Sarna has to carry him, then she’ll do so by the best of her ability, even if Cedric’s being dragged a bit.

6. What is their favorite feature of their partner’s?

Sarna honestly loves the bravery and compassion that Cedric bares, she grew up with old stories of men with noble hearts that always put others ahead of themselves but never believed those stories until she met Cedric. She also adores the way he blushes when he’s embarrassed.

Cedric loves Sarna’s fierceness and determination, he hadn’t been expecting Sarna to be a fierce countess with a love of adventure and trouble when he first met her. She was determined to prove herself, and ended up earning his adortion as a result. He also loves the way she smiles when she knows she has an advantage or when he’s teasing her.

7. What’s the first thing that changes when they realize they have feelings for each other?

For one, Cedric’s twin brother Conrad makes himself scarce so that he’s not intruding on anything. For the second, they stop acting very snarky at each other and start becoming more open towards each other, Sarna stops acting like an uppity noble and finds ways to catch Cedric in private while Cedric starts to flirt with her a bit. Around each other, they were just Cedric and Sarna, not the next Cab’alor and Countess Thul.

8. Nicknames? & if so, how did they orignate?

Sarna was actually the one to first to call Cedric by Sid, since Sid sounded nicer to her. She also tends to call him darling quite frequently, with her Alderaanian accent more so than the one she developed once coming to Mandalore.

Cedric calls her Sar’ika or cyare (Mando’a for beloved) for the most part. But he also tends to call “my Lady” or “Princess” quite often, which kinda goes back to when he first met her, the former of which went from teasing to endearment. He’s also called her “Mama Nexu” on a few occasions when somebody’s threatened their wards or children before.

9. Who worries the most?

Sarna, defiantly Sarna. She married the Cab’alor, she has seen Cedric come home with serious injuries that could’ve killed him on a few occasions. She’s scared that one day, he wouldn’t come home at all. She still keeps up hope that he’ll always come home.

10. Who remembers what the other one always orders at a restaurant?

Cedric does, since Sarna’s a bit of a picky eater when it comes to eating out. She prefers homecooked meals or something with a little more….class.

11. Who Tops?

Usually Cedric, but there are times when it’s Sarna – or at least physically.

12. Who initiates kisses?

Both of them. Cedric tends to go for a forehead kiss or kissing Sarna’s hand (much to her constant embarrasment), as well as leaning for a quick peck on the lips. Due her height disadvantage, Sarna usually as to pull him down by his collar or stand on her toes a bit to kiss him on the cheek or thecorner of his mouth.

13. Who reaches for the other’s hand first?

Both of them, it depends on the situation. Cedric tends to do it as reassurance for Sarna.

14. Who kisses the hardest?

Depends, but it’s normally Sarna. Cedric’s tends to joke that she kisses like how most people punch.

15. Who wakes up first?

Due to Sarna handling the day-to-day politics of House Ordo, she’s usually the first one up.

16. Who wants to stay in bed a little longer?

Cedric. Getting up means he has to deal with Jaster’s antics and probably no sleep for the next couple days.

17. Who says “I love you” first?

Sarna. She had said some point when she realized she had actually fallen for Cedric and didn’t want to see him leave.

18. Who leaves little notes in the other’s lunch? (Bonus: What does it usually say?)

Neither, they do tend to leave notes for each other though. Usually reminders, or poems that Cedric wrote for Sarna.

19. Who tells their family/friends about their relationship?

It’s not so much as tell as Conrad walking in on the too making out, who then proceeds to tell the rest of Clan Rau.

20. What do their friends/family think of the relationship?

None of Sarna’s family actually knows while most of Clan Rau didn’t approve at first, but they warmed up to her except for Montross who still considers her an outsider. Cedric was in support of them since day one.

21. Who is more likely to start dancing with the other?

Cedric is, simply because he loves seeing Sarna having fun.

22. Who cooks more/who is better at cooking?

Both are talented cooks, and always make enough for leftovers since they always have unexpected guests.

23. Who comes up with cheesy pick-up lines?

Cedric for sure, he loves making Sarna giggle.

24. Who whispers inppropriate things into the other’s ear during inapproriate times?

They both do it, just to see how far they can push each other or embarrass each other. Cedric usually wins though.

25. Who needs the most reassurance?

They both do. Cedric literally has the safety and security of Mandalore resting on his shoulders do his position, which leads to him worrying over rather he’s doing enough, what if he fails and so on. Sarna oversees the day-to-day affairs of Clan Rau and Jaster’s Intelligence advisor, thus has the responability of that, she never knows if she’s successful or not.

26. What could be their theme song?

‘A Thousand Years’ by Christina Perri

27. What do they do when they’re away from each other?

Continue on with work as normal, until Cedric disappears.

When Cedric finds a free moment, he’ll call to check up on Sarna. And Sarna will always be ready in case she needs to go back him up.

After Cedric disappears, he spends every moment worrying over her and his clan while Sarna holds out up that he’s still alive.

28. Who would sing their child to sleep?

Both of them, their children had an absolute delight whenever they both did it.

29. One headcanon about this OPT that breaks your heart

Cedric spent years in Republic custody after being framed by Montross for assassination, murder, kidnapping and extortion. After decades, many began to assume that he had long been dead and Sarna suffered from the knowledge that Death Watch had taken nearly everyone she loved from her.

30. One headcanon about this OPT that mends it

When Cedric’s finally free and reunited with Sarna, they both retire from everything and settle down together. And totally enjoy giving the foster son and grandchildren a hard time, and being the default babysitters for the great-grandchildren.

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Sarna Thul Rau of Clan Rau and the wife of Cedric Rau. 

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Mother Dear

Notes: Rhys and Kayla belong to the wonderful @outcastcommander. Warnings include blood and implied/referenced past child abuse.

Jax sighed as he slipped away from the camp and made his way towards the nearby river and huddled in his jacket a bit as he made his way, he just need time to think -- to be alone without the medics checking on him, or Jaster and Cedric questioning him, or Kayla.

“Finally!” Jax tensed as he heard the feminine voice speak, it carried a light Kuati accent and sounded almost bored. “I’ve been waiting to get you alone.”.

“What are you doing here, Vatari?” Jax snapped back as he turned to face the owner to find the woman leaning against a tree and actually smiling at him fondly which caused him to take a step back and go for one of the knives he had swiped from Tani.

“I’d watch the tone if I were you, I am still your mother.”  Vatari warned darkly which caused her son to glare at her resentfully and backed up a couple steps to give him a bit of a chance. Jax knew he was outmatched if she choose to attack.

Vatari let out a hum as she pushed herself off the tree and walked over towards him. “Stay away from me.” Jax snapped as she grabbed his wrist and twisted it, causing him to drop the knife as she gently brushed her free fingers against the bandages. “Get away!”.

“Conrad wasn’t joking when he said Tor did a number on you.” Vatari remarked as she smiled at him. “Does it hurt?”.

He knew she was there, he had seen her there so she would know. “What do you want, Vatari?”.

“Can’t I check on my baby?”.

“Sure, Pre’s with Tor, isn’t he?” Jax snipped back as he shoved her hand away.

“Fine, my special one.” Vatari corrected with an eye roll.

Jax was about to answer when he heard a snarl from within the shadows of the trees and a pair of bright blue eyes shining from within which caused his mother to let out an annoyed sigh and turn her head slightly towards the new arrival.

“Kayla, dear, how many times must I tell you that nobody understands you when you snarl like that?” Vatari asked as she turned to look at Kayla and kept a firm grip on Jax’s wrist.

“Let him go, right now.” Kayla snarled in response which caused Vatari to look down at Jax who glared right back at her then at Kayla and shoved Jax towards Kayla. “Jax.”.

Without much encouragement or words, Jax bolted away from his mother to join Kayla and partially hide behind her. “You know, Kayla, it’s your fault this happened.” Vatari leaned forward a bit to give Kayla a unimpressed look. “You filled his heads up with such ridiculous ideas and lies, then you left him all alone. He ended up getting to bold with his father, thus he had to be punished.”.

“No, that was you and Vizsla!” Kayla snapped back as she glared the older woman who raised an eyebrow at her. “You call this ‘punishment’? This was torture! Jax is your son! Doesn’t that mean anything to you?!”.

“Why do you think I’m here?” Vatari asked as she moved towards the pair, which caused Kayla to shove Jax behind her completely. “Enough pretending to be a True, Jax. They’ll never accept you, it’s time to come home. Quit acting like a child.”.

“You never did love me, did you?” Jax asked as his voice cracked at the thought of going home, memories bubbling up from what his father had done. No! No! Not home! That was never home! Kayla’s home! Clan Rau is home! Not Clan Vizsla!

“Of course I lov ---” Vatari began to say.

“Stop lying! You want me to go back there! I don’t want to go back!” Jax snapped as he huddled against Kayla who snarled. He wasn’t going back there!

“He’s staying here with me. Death Watch is done turning us into monsters.” Kayla told her which was emphasised by a blaster bolt flying only centimeters from Vatari’s head.

“And you’ve overstayed your welcome, Lok.” Another voice spoke, this one carrying a cultured accent and far more commanding. “You know the rules about Rau wards.”.

Vatari rolled her eyes again. “Sarna, we both know you won’t hurt me. A little aruetii like you really shouldn’t play with blasters.” Vatari winced as the next shot came a little too close for comfort. “Now, now, is that any way to greet an old friend?”.

Without warning, Kayla marched forward and slugged Vatari straight in the face which caused the very audible crack of her nose being broken and for Vatari to stumble back. “Y’ ‘tle b’tch!” Vatari snarled as he moved to tackle Kayla and ignoring the blood.

“Rhys! Make yourself useful!” Sarna snapped as she moved to pull Jax away from the conflict and shoved him towards Rhys before turning her attention back the two other women.

Kayla dodged away from Vatari and stuck her foot out to trip the older assassin who fell against the tree. “You’re one to talk! I know you stood by and watched!” Kayla said as she aimed a kick at Vatari.

“Kayla, back off. Right now.” Sarna ordered as she leveled her blaster on Vatari while Kayla complied reluctantly . “As for you, go back to your precious master and tell him that if he so much as even blink in the direction of any ex-Death Watch warriors, he’ll have all of Clan Rau on him faster than a pack of dire cats on a dying prey.”.

“L’k ‘ll ‘o ‘at.” Vatari snapped back as she stood to stalk towards Sarna who scowled and held her ground, and glared at Vatari. “‘Ave no ‘dea why Conrad sw’ped ‘ou! A w’ak l’ttle pr’in’c’ss!”.

Jax tensed as he saw the look on Kayla’s face, he knew that look and winced as his mother screamed out in pain as Kayla bolted forward and tackled Vatari, biting down hard in a weak point on Vatari’s shoulder, between the armor plates that were there.

Jax felt Rhys tense a bit behind him and sensed both the shock and horror that came from the big idiot. “That’s why you don’t threaten what Kayla considers hers.” Jax said weakly as he watched the scene before them in shock, trying to block out Vatari’s pain.

“I will not repeat myself nor will I show the same tolerance as my husband. Leave.” Sarna ordered again as she kept her composure while Kayla stood and glared down at the assassin while wiping at her mouth. “Or I will let Kayla do as she wishes to you.”.

“F’ne, ‘ou c’n k’p h’m.” Vatari bit out as as she stood and glared at the pair before hateful blue eyes settled on him, Jax felt tears brim his good eye as his mother stared at him for a moment before her attention drifted back to the two women. “K’p ‘em o’tta Dea’ Watch buss’ness.”.

“Tick, tock.” Sarna stated coldly and gestured towards the injured shoulder, and slipped into a very mocking tone . “You may want to get that checked out, dear. I’ve heard Cathars have a rather nasty bite to them. It would be very unfortunate if you’re left partially paralyzed in that arm.”.”.

Vatari scowled as she backed up into the darkness.

Rhys watched as Kayla slowly turned her attention to the pair of shocked teens which sent a chill up Rhys’s spine as her feline eyes narrowed on Jax. “What did I tell you about wandering off, Jax?” Kayla demanded as she walked over to the poor kid, which caused him to stare at her. “Well?”.

“I’m sorry.” Jax muttered as he looked down and kicked the ground. “I...I j-just wanted time to think. Too much noise.”.

“Then you could’ve asked me or found Myles.” Kayla said as Jax hiccuped which caused Kayla’s glare to soften a bit as then walked over and slipped her hand under Jax’s chin, and tilted his head up to look at her

Hey, none that now. You’re safe, vod’ika.”.

“M-Mama, she……”.

“That bitch lost the right to be your mother after she stood by the first time.” Kayla corrected sternly as she brushed some of the tears away. “Next time, just come find me instead of wandering off, okay? You trust me don’t you?”.

Jax gave an eager nod before he hugged her, catching Kayla off guard which caused her to pet his hair affectionately. “W-What did I do wrong, Kayla?” Jax cried when caused Kayla to sigh and hug her adopted brother a bit more tightly.

“Nothing.” Rhys found himself saying before Kayla could say anything while he had recalled when they had found the kid and his behavior afterwards. He might’ve been Tor Vizsla’s son, but that didn’t mean he wasn’t a victim too, everybody had known the story of Mandalore the Forsaken and it was sickening to know Vizsla had tried to turn his own kid into some dar’jetii.

Kayla eyed him warily as she let Jax go and stood back to her full height and gently pushed Jax behind her.

Sarna scowled at where Lok had disappeared before turning her attention to the teens. “We’re going back to the camp now, before that tramp comes back with reinforcements.” Sarna said as she slipped her blaster back into her holster and joined the group. “Kayla, take the lead.”.

Kayla nod slightly as she pushed past Rhys with Jax following behind like a little kitten while Rhys fell in step next to the Clan Rau matriarch. “I can’t believe Kayla actually bit Lok.” Rhys remarked in slight horror over the shared com system with Sarna.

“Considering her upbringing and what her Near-Human nature is, I’m surprised she didn’t do it sooner.” Sarna respond as they watched Kayla turn  slightly to check on her shadow. “Cathar are naturally protective of their clans, Rhys, even more so with cubs. Not all of Death Watch are psychotic dar’manda, some are victims just like we are.”.

“I should really apologize, shouldn’t I?”.

“You should.” Sarna stated thoughtfully as she tapped the side of helmet. “And I need to speak to Myles when we get back.”.

Rhys reached forward on instinct as Jax to grab the kid’s collar when Jax tripped on something and pulled him back to his balance. “Watch your feet, Jax.” Rhys warned.

“Yeah, yeah. Thanks, farmboy.” Jax snipped back then paused as Kayla snickered.

Oh, so the kid did have an attitude then!

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Little Things

Conrad sighed as he leaned against the door frame and watched as the little noble smacked Cedric upside his head. “Would you stop being such a mother hen?” The woman snapped as she glared up at him. “I’m barely even three months into this and you’re already starting with this! I am not some helpless little damsel needing your constant assistance!”.

“I know that! I just…..I know I’m away more than I should be and last time I checked, we’re expecting twins, not a single baby.” Cedric answered kindly as he moved towards his wife and gently rested his hand on the baby bump. “Conrad and I were early by…..”.

“Three weeks.” Conrad supplied when his brother looked towards him. “And Ma’s situation was different, Sid. She was still very active late into her pregnancy with us while Sarna’s just supervising the political crud.”.

“You mean fixing what you call a political system and organizing Clan Rau’s affairs.” Sarna stated as she smiled at Conrad who shrugged.

“That’s what I said.”.

Cedric sighed as he gently cupped the side of Sarna’s face which caused her to look up at him with a slight smile. “You know I worry about you.”.

“I know, and you’re cute when you’re worried. It absolutely ruins that stern hardass image you have going, love.” Sarna said as she reached up to grab his collar and pull him down into a kiss, which caused Conrad to make a gagging noise. “Oh, hush you!”.

Cedric blushed a bit and cast a look at Conrad who smirked at him. “Shut up, Con.”.

“But you’re so adorable when you’re worried, big brother.” Conrad teased which caused his sister-in-law to start laughing while Cedric started to blend right in with his fiery hair.

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What To Do?

Notes: Kayla belongs to @outcastcommander!

Jaster Mereel quietly stood back from his warriors, watching as a certain pair settled themselves a bit away from the group. “I know what you two are thinking.” Jaster said as his lieutenants joined him while Jaster leaned against a tree and watched the young pair. “We couldn’t just leave them there.”.

“I know that.” Cedric answers in that quiet way of his as Jaster glanced at the other man who slipped off his helmet and ran a hand back through the grizzled auburn hair. “Y’know I can be a bit testy when it comes to kids.”.

“They aren’t children. They’re adults, and they were raised in Death Watch.” Montross respond irritably as he glared at his elder brother while Jaster continued to watch the pair, it was strange seeing Kayla so gentle with another person. “It’s a danger having them both here, we both know Vizsla will come for the boy.”.

“Right, after he maimed and left the boy for dead.” Cedric snipped as he watched the young pair with a disapproving look. “In case you’ve forgotten, dear brother, our duty is to protect Mandalore. That includes exiles like those two.”.

“They’re traitors, Cedric.” Montross argued as he jerked his head at the pair. “You saw what that the boy did when Bralor got to close too close to him. How many times has the girl tried to kill Jaster?”.

“Right, a traumatized child is going to let a True near him after he was raised believing that we were the monsters and not lash out in fear. Gods forbid that he’d be so untrusting!” Cedric said as he let sarcasm slip into his tone, was Montross really that stupid? “And a few, why do you think I took the farmboy as my protege? See, this is why I miss Conrad! At least he knows how to use his brain!”.

“Cedric, how old are you again?” Jaster asked as the two slightly younger man to glare at him and attempt to swat the back of his head, which caused Jaster to dodge him.

“Ain’t my fault it’s true.” Cedric grumbled as he folded his arms and returned the glare to Montross.

“Uh-huh.” Jaster remarked as he nod at the kids. “Haven’t you an’ Sarna been talkin’ about havin’ another kid?”.

“More or less.”.

“Absolutely not! We are not letting those two anywhere near Clan Rau.” Montross snapped which caused his older brother to swat the back of his head. 

“‘Scuse me, who died and made you chieftain?” Cedric asked icily as he looked at the kids before looking at Jaster. “Are you implying what I think you’re implying, boss?”.

“Depends on what you think I’m implying, Sid.”.

“Y’know Sarna’s gonna want ‘em.”.

“No doubt, she’s a motherhen like that.” Jaster pointed out with a small smile, knowing full what he was setting their new recruits up for.

“No, we are not doing that.” Montross chimed in as he glared at his older brother. “What we should do is exile them both completely.”.

“Yes, we are.” Cedric corrects happily with that tone of ‘Don’t-question-me-or-else’ that honestly creeped Jaster out. “No exile required! Exile from Death Watch is simply recruitment to our mery bunch of idiots!”.

“He’s not wrong.” Jaster added, considering they already had a few ex-Death Watch running around with them. 

“Then leave Jax with the other Vizslas.”.

“Which part of traumatized isn’t understandable for you?” Cedric asked irritably as he went to swat his brother. “We’re trying to help the boy. Not turn him into a mini version of his father. Rather you like it or not, those two are now my wards.”.

“You’re a reckless idiot.”.

“And you’re a grumpy, egostical asshole with no sense of.....”/

“That’s enough!” Jaster snapped as he pinched the bridge of his nose. “Start acting like adults before I swap you out for the twins, alright?”.

“He started it.” Cedric pointed out as he nod at his brother.

“Cedric!”.

Jaster glared at his second as the man smirked at him then walked off to collect his wards.

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Old Man Rau

Notes: Rhys and Dagorlad both belong to the wonderful @outcastcommander!

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Cedric quietly made his way over to a rather empty table and slammed his tray down next to his former protege which caused the taller man to jump slightly and glare at Cedric before the older man sat down beside him.

“It’s been a while, Rhys.” Cedric said as he poked the slop with his spoon, choosing to speak in Mando’a. “Just over forty years now, yeah? Pretty sure I’m a great-ba’buir now.”.

“Cedric?” Rhys asked warily as the glare shifted to something more curious and wary, in a way that reminded Cedric of both Kayla and Jax.

“I know Conrad and I are identical twins, but we still have a few differences.” Cedric remarked as he glanced at Rhys and took note of his posture. “So, whatcha in for?”.

“Killed a Jedi.”.

Cedric snorted at that. “Osik, we both know Kayla’s more likely to kill a Jedi.”.

“Go bug somebody else, Rau.” Rhys snarled as he sneered at Cedric which caused the older man to notice his teeth.

“Not until you tell who the haran you are. My protege was Human and a ray of sunshine, but you’re not entirely Human and a literal storm cloud. So I’ll ask this once and only once, who are you?”.

“Rhys Fett.”.

“It’s been over forty years, junior.” Cedric pointed out as he continued poking his slop, contrary to popular belief, he wasn’t an idiot nor was he paranoid. Conrad might be the more logical twin, but they made the perfect duo for a reason. “I reckon ner ade found themselves riduurs and have ade of their own, maybe even ba’ade. I also reckon Rhys and Kayla had another baby. That is, unless, Jax has a thing for feloid species like Rhys, but he had it bad for  Kaz’s eldest daughter. Or you’re some little shit that thought it’d be fun running around with a well-respected chieftain’s face.”.

Fett just looked at him with a slight snarl which Cedric returned. “The Countess wouldn’t be very impressed if she knew you were intimidating little kittens.” Fett responds with a slight smirk and caused Cedric to stare at him which caused the older man to grab Fett’s collar roughly. “Udessi, Cedric.”.

“Like haran. How do you know ner riduur?”.

“Self-proclaimed ba’buir.” Fett answered as he eyed Cedric. “You have five ba’ade. Kayla has two kittens, Myles and Jax both have their pups.”.

“I must say, Fett, it is quite a rather unusual sight to see Rau speaking to anybody civilly.” Cedric growled as a familiar voice drifted towards the pair. “Normally, he’ll either slam’s somebody into a table or throws them at somebody else.”.

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“Ad?” Dagorlad ignored his pseudo-grandfather in favor of rolling his eyes at Eval, but he was aware of the way Cedric shifted himself to watch Eval warily.

“We have a history.” Dagorlad said as he switched to Basic. “Ain’t that right, Sid?”.

Cedric nod once as he spun the spork in his hand while he continued to eye Eval.

“Why are you dealing with this psychopath?”.

“I have my reasons, just go along with it and I promise you’ll finally get out of here.”.

Cedric laughed bitterly at that. “Don’t make promises you can’t keep, ad. I’m not that naive.” Cedric remarked as he eyed Eval. “My ability to give a damn and hold out hope dried up far too long ago.”.

Just over four decades in this place for gods knew what could do that, demeanor-wise, Cedric held himself more akin to how Jax did when Jax was out for blood, it wasn’t relaxed like in the old photos and vids Sarna had or matched with any of the stories Dag had heard growing up. There wasn’t much he could do about the little reveal right now, but Cedric was going home. Even if Dag had to introduce the Senate to the hellspawn and vicious politicians that were Sarna and Dexter.

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Translations: Ba’buir - Grandfather

Ba’ade - Grandchildren

Haran - Hell

Ner riduur - My wife/spouse

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Jax?

01. Full Name: Jax Cassius Vizsla

02. Best Friend: Myles Rau, Tani Rau-Gilmar, @outcastcommander​‘s oc Kayla Tenau (later Fett), Nico Mereel

03. Sexuality: Bisexual

04. Favorite Color: Black, it represents justice after all.

05. Relationship Status: As for as anybody outside of his circle knows, he’s single. But those who are in his circle know that he’s happily married to Rav Bralor.

06. Ideal Mate: Someone with a snarky attitude and able to just see him as Jax Vizsla and not one of his father’s heirs, as well as being the more rational side to his impulsive tendacies. As well as mathing wits with him, or just outsmarting him altogether.

07. Turn Ons: Snarky Arguments; Intelligent Banter; People who are Protective of what’s there and match wits with him; Tbh, I’m not entirely sure what else.

08. Favorite Food: Anything homemade really, he learned pretty young not to be picky.

09. Crushes: Rav Bralor (nobody would believe it when they were teenagers), Jordan Reau (something he will deny until his dying breath), Nico Mereel

10. Favorite Music: Whatever the equivalent of metal would be.

11. Biggest Fear: Being anything like his father.

12. Biggest Fantasy: Jax will never admit, but it would actually be retiring from everything and settling down with Rav on their farm.

13. Bad habits: Excessive caf consumption (total caffiene addict), workacholic, overthinking situations, sneaking up on people, accidentally attempting to stab people who sneak up on him on his blind side

14. Biggest regret: He has a lot of them….Korda 6, Galidraan, Dxun…….The biggest one is probably failing to protect his nephews when they truly needed him.

15. Best Kept Secrets: He managed to keep his marriage secret over over two decades, without anybody suspecting a thing. And he has a spy network made entirely of his cadets, they might serve the Republic but he trained them so that they answer to him.

16. Last Thought: “Oh, this is going to hurt……”17. Worst Romantic Experience: There was a one-night stand when he was in his twenties with a Zeltron bounty hunter, they were both drunk so he barely remembers it even happening, and nobody let him live it down – especially Rav, Nico and the only string from that, his daughter Talia.

18. Biggest Insecurity: Considering how he was raised and who his parents are, he’s terrified that the paranoia is going to drive him insane. And that he’s never really, truly going to be able to step out of Tor’s shadow.

19. Weapon of Choice: Even though he always has a blaster on him, he’s a bit more fond of a knife or vibroblade.

20. Mentor: Kayla Tenua-Fett, Sarna Rau, Edric Halcyon

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Dancing

Notes: Rhys, Kayla and Talan all belong to @outcastcommander.

Rav rolled her eyes as Jax appeared by her side and grabbed her hand, dragging her out into the middle of the kitchen. “What are you doing, dear?” Rav asked as she went along with whatever her idiot of a friend was doing.

“Dance with me.” Jax answered cheerfully as he took one of her hands in his own and rested the other hand on the small of her back. “I doubt anybody will notice, they’re too busy welcoming hassling Rhys over the baby. An’ Sarna has everything covered.”.

“She is quite underfoot.” Sarna said as she smirked at the young woman who glared at her before Rav sighed and smiled at Jax who was humming along to whatever song was playing on the radio. “Off you go, dear.”.

“Fine.” Rav complied to the request and giggled when he dipped her. “What’s got you in such a good mood?”.

“Nothin’.” Jax answered as they continued to dance about the kitchen. “Been thinkin’.”.

“Oh, no.” Rav teased as they brushed past Sarna and Rav caught Kayla sneaking into the kitchen and towards the older woman.

“Oi! Ain’t nothin’ terrible!.” Jax snipped playfully as he looked down into her eyes and smiled as they just continued to dance about. “Tani’s terrible at dancing. She kept steppin’ on my toes.”.

“It’s amazing.” Sarna said as the young Cathar hybrid joined her, which caused Kayla to turn her attention away from her adopted brother and Rav towards Sarna who was cutting some vegetables for tonight’s meal.

“What is?” Kayla asked warily as her bright blue eyes met Sarna’s stormy gray as the older woman met Kayla’s eyes.

“How you and Jax have changed, sweetie.” Sarna said kindly as she reached over to gently brush a hand over Kayla’s, which caused the younger woman to tense slightly and look at Sarna suspiciously.

“What do you mean by that?” And there was the defensive tone again, which meant her idiot of a brother-in-law might’ve been starting stuff again. Sarna honestly never knew why her husband kept that bastard around, there was a reason why other ex-Death Watch warriors hated coming near their homestead and Montross’s latest behavior  was getting on her nerves.

“It means that you’ve been far more relaxed, more trusting towards others then when you first came here.” Sarna answered as she nod towards the start of Kayla’s baby bump. “If that’s any indication.”.

Sarna watched as Kayla slipped a hand over her stomach and still keeping a wary look.

“And Jax has been opening up more too, even if it is with just with a select few, as you noticed.” Sarna pointed out as she returned to what she was doing. “You can trust us, Kayla. We have no intentions are harming either of you.”.

“Right, have you Montross or Conrad?”.

Sarna slowly set her knife down. “If Montross keeps up with his behavior, then I’ll remind him exactly what my position is in Clan Rau.” Sarna smiled sadly. “As for Conrad, he’s not the same man I once knew. Cedric and I agreed to take you and Jax in, that means we’ll protect you.”.

Sarna watched as Kayla’s attention drifted back to the pair of dancing teenagers. “Ow! You did that on purpose!” Jax whined.

“Did not!” Rav declared which caused the oldest woman to sigh.

“Kayla? What’s wrong?”.

“Everything’s fine, Jax.” Kayla answered as Sarna watched the teen walk over to check Kayla over. “Shoo, go play with Rav already. I’m fine.”.

Jax tilted his head curiously and glanced at Sarna with a guarded look then nod slightly. “If you say so.”.

“Kayla.” Sarna said in a quiet and stern tone which caught the girl’s attention. “Trust isn’t something I expect from you now, but I won’t let anything happen to you two. You have my word on that, and Cedric’s.”.

Kayla nod ever so slightly before turning his attention back to the teens.

[avatarpabu97]

I have a new character. His name is Sebastian Rau, he's Montross's only child and the result of a fling with the countess that Montross was protecting. Sebastian oversaw Clan Rau affairs with his Aunt Sarna until Fenn was old enough to take charge, and still served as an advisor to his nephew.

Oooh more clan Rau