they leave the sinking ship

As the holographic projection of the High Command dissipated, the room seemed to deflate, the tension lingering like a challenge. The five administrators of the Space Pirates exchanged uneasy glances, their usually stoic expressions now etched with worry. Kraid, the towering, scaly warlord, broke the silence, his voice a low rumble. "Well, that was... unexpected." His claws flexed, a subtle betrayal of his own unease.

Phantom, ever the enigmatic figure, smiled wryly, her eyes glinting with a mixture of curiosity and concern. "It seems our commander has finally gotten what he's been searching for - a reason to break free."

Dark Samus then came up with an Idea saying "How about we leave the sinking ship and Join Ridley's army, since I don't think that he would be so chill about being fired if he didn't have something else in plan, to conquer the Galaxy"

Dark Samus's words seemed to hang in the air, their impact reverberating through the room like a sonic boom. The five administrators of the Space Pirates exchanged glances, their faces betraying a mixture of surprise and contemplation.

Kraid's massive frame shifted, his claws tapping impatiently against the metal floor. "We've invested too much in this organization to just abandon it now," he rumbled, his voice betraying a hint of uncertainty.

Phantom's eyes narrowed, her gaze fixed on Dark Samus, who said "and what did you get from it, your home planet was destroyed, you have been humiliated multiple times by someone that never really wanted to fight you, and as you saw with Ridley, the High Command doesn't hesitate to fire their strongest fighter, so what do you think will keep them from Firing you as well and just switching you out for the next best thing" as she remembered the Galactic Federation destroying Zebes to hinder more Metroids from escaping.

Phantom's expression remained impassive, her gaze unwavering as she regarded Dark Samus. The silence between them was oppressive, heavy with the weight of unspoken memories. Kraid's massive frame shifted, his claws scraping against the metal floor, the sound echoing through the room like a portent of things to come. The air seemed to thicken, the tension building as the five administrators of the Space Pirates weighed their options.

Craid, who had been quietly observing the exchange, spoke up, his voice low and measured. "Dark Samus may have a point," he said, his words dripping with caution. "We've all seen the High Command's willingness to discard those who no longer serve their purposes. And Phantom, you've been hunted by the Galactic Federation for years, always one step ahead of them. But what happens when they finally catch up to you?"

Phantom's eyes narrowed further, her gaze still fixed on Dark Samus. "I have no intention of being caught," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "But Craid is right. We cannot ignore the possibility that the High Command may turn on us at any moment."

Mother Brain, who had been silent up until now, spoke up, her voice a cold, mechanical hiss. "We are the Space Pirates. We do not cower in fear of what may come. We are the ones who should be feared." Her words echoed through the room, their impact reverberating through the five administrators of the Space Pirates.

Dragyon, the fiery dragon like creature, shifted uncomfortably, his fiery wings twitching with nervous energy. "I agree with Mother Brain," he rumbled, his voice a deep, resonant timbre. "We are not lightly given up on when our Leadership fails us and their own". We must make an example of not being useful for us and let their Generals constantly be blocked by the tight leash of the High Command and remove that leash to show them what it means to be a Space Pirates who doesn't fear anything." his words carried the weight of conviction and determination.

Dark Samus frowned saying "you guys are a lost cause don't you see that you now not only have the Galactic federation on your asses, but also Ridley, Astrum and their army who probably want **** and have to fear that every time you fail, the Space Pirates won't hesitate to fire or even Kill us, meanwhile we could just join Ridley's side and Conquer the Galaxy while getting the **** on both the High Command and the Galactic federation for treating us like garbage, anyway I will be leaving I never had any loyalty towards anyone apart from Ridley and with him gone I see no reason to stay at a Union that treats their Admins like Garbage, but one last thing who was more helpful to your cause Ridley, who faught on your side against the Galactic Federation or the High command who hasn't been seen in person in a long time, they weren't even there when they transformed Ridley into Meta Ridley".

Dark Samus's words hung heavy in the air, her tone laced with disappointment and frustration. The other administrators exchanged uneasy glances, their thoughts a whirlwind of uncertainty and doubt.

Mother Brain's mechanical hiss cut through the silence. "You would betray us so easily, Dark Samus?" she asked, her voice dripping with disdain.

Dark Samus met Mother Brain's gaze, her expression unwavering. "I have no loyalty to a Union that treats its admins like garbage," she said, her voice cold and detached "Ridley meanwhile has treated those under him with respect and Loyalty, even when he had to work under you mother brain, he didn't think a second about betraying you, yet you are still so hesitent to join him even though you saw what happened the moment he wanted the Rulership of the Space Pirates, which was logical since he is the strongest of anyone here, while still having the respect for us, anyway Craid, Phantom it's time to leave else we will Ridley will leave without us" as she knew the two had made their decision to leave the Space Pirates and Join Ridley's side "but just know this if you stay with the Space Pirates, next time we see eachother we will be enemies" whille looking at Dragyon and Mother Brain.

As Dark Samus finished speaking, the air in the room seemed to thicken, heavy with tension and unspoken loyalties. Mother Brain's gaze never wavered, her cold, mechanical eyes fixed intently on Dark Samus, but her eyelids seemed to flicker ever so slightly, betraying a glimmer of uncertainty. Dragyon shifted uncomfortably, his fiery wings casting flickering shadows on the walls as he glanced from Dark Samus to Mother Brain, his expression torn between loyalty and self-preservation.

Craid and Phantom, however, seemed to have made up their minds. They stood up in unison, their chairs scraping against the floor with a faint, metallic screech.

Dark Samus turned around one last time saying "although I don't even understand why you have any Loyalty towards the High Council, Dragyon, you joined them to reserect your species, yet they haven't done anything to do that, and Mother Brain you did it to protect the Metroids yet they use them as for missions they aren't made for or just as Deathfauder, yet you want to tell us they care about us" while looking at Mother Brain "so tell me really why are you even staying here if neither you nor your Children are treated with respect".

Dragyon's fiery eyes seemed to flicker with hesitation as he considered Dark Samus's words. Ahead lies their impending departure from the Space Pirates, Ridley waiting for them in a scenario spiraling downhill.

Ridley stood tall on the other side of the door as Craid Phantom and Dark Samus joined his side, supremely confident as he took in the sight before him - Astrum by his side, Craid and Phantom having rejoined their ranks. Everyone had rallied to his side, leaving only Mother Brain and Dragyon.

"You'll stay?" Ridley inquired, the last few words hanging heavy in the air as everyone turned to look at Dragyon. Fire flared in his eyes as he turned towards the group. "Do I wish to join these heathens? I think not. Like a fool, I joined the Space Pirates, with hopes of resurrecting my kind - A vain hope, it appears. No matter, I have my freedom now. With Ridley at my side and the Galactic Federation as our Target, we are free to do as we please. The Space Pirates are a shadow of their former selves, and the Galactic Federation is on the verge of collapse. The universe is ours for the taking!" Dragyon declared, spreading his fiery wings. Them flames seemed to lash out at Mother Brain, searing her with their intensity. Mother Brain glared at the two Dragons, her mechanical eyes narrowed in anger.

Ridley then turned to the last of his friends saying "if you would join our side, you will be treated with the Care and respect you and the Metroids deserve, but if you stay, this is it Mother Brain, you and the Metroids are on our list of being eraticated like the Galactic Federation, the Space Pirates and the High Council" while having an arm around his mate.

Ridley's words left Mother Brain contemplating her options. She remained silent, processing the situation, her metallic eyes reflecting the flames of Dragyon's wings.

Ridley narrowed his eyes, glaring at Mother Brain. She had been a valuable ally in the past, but her inaction and stubbornness had grown tiresome. "You heard us, Mother Brain," he said, his voice low and threatening. "Join us willingly, or face the consequences."

Dragyon stepped forward, the flames of his wings growing brighter, casting tall shadows onto the walls. He growled, his eyes flickering with intensity as he looked towards Mother Brain.

Mother Brain had to sadly agree with them the more she thought about what Ridley and Dark Samus was right the High Council had never cared about her or the Metroids and now her only friends had left the Space Pirates after Ridley was fired, for trying to take over the leadership of the Space Pirates.

As the realization sunk in, Mother Brain's mechanical eyes seemed to dim, her usual calculating gaze faltering for a moment. She regarded Ridley and the others with a hint of sadness, her cold, metallic exterior cracking ever so slightly to reveal a glimmer of vulnerability. The air in the room grew heavier, the tension between the group and Mother Brain becoming almost palpable. Astrum's gaze never wavered, her eyes fixed intently on Mother Brain as if willing her to make a decision. Ridley's arm around her waist seemed to tighten, his hold possessive and reassuring. The silence between them stretched out, each passing moment ticking away like a countdown to a decision that would change the course of their lives forever.

As the weight of her decision settled upon her, Mother Brain's mechanical eyes refocused, her gaze locking onto Ridley's with a newfound sense of determination. The air in the room seemed to vibrate with anticipation, the tension between them dissipating as she nodded her head in a slow, deliberate motion. The sound of her mechanical body whirring to life filled the air, her systems humming as she rose from her throne-like chair, her slender, elongated body unfolding like a dark, metallic flower.

Astrum's eyes never wavered, her gaze fixed intently on Mother Brain as a hint of a smile played on her lips, "Well then with that decided it's time to head back to the ship" she said as teleported them back to the Dragon fortress were Craid and Dragyon were surprised about it's size as she said to the AI "It's time to head out the Space Pirates didn't deserve our power, especially after they fired Ridley" the AI nodded as the Dragon Fortress took of heading away from the Space pirates for the moment.

As the Dragon Fortress lurched forward, its massive engines roaring to life, Astrum's smile grew wider, her eyes gleaming with a mix of excitement and triumph. She turned to Ridley, her gaze locking onto his, and leaned into him, her lips brushing against his ear. "We're one step closer to our goal, my love," she whispered, her breath sending shivers down his spine. Ridley's arm around her waist tightened, pulling her closer as he nuzzled her neck, his scales glistening with a soft, ethereal light.

Mother Brain, meanwhile, stood tall, her mechanical eyes fixed on the viewscreen as the Space Pirates' HQ dwindled into the distance.

Astrum then called over one of her best Dragon Scientists asking "how is Dark Samus' new Dragon Armor doing" this shocked everyone apart from Ridley and Dark Samus.

The scientist, a bespectacled dragon with a clipboard, hustled over to Astrum, his eyes darting nervously at the gathered group. "Ah, yes, Dark Samus's new armor," he stammered, consulting his notes. "It's a remarkable piece of technology, if I do say so myself. The armor's power core is online, and the energy matrix is calibrated to Dark Samus's unique energy signature." He paused, glancing at Dark Samus, who stood impassively, her eyes fixed on the scientist. "We've also integrated advanced stealth capabilities, allowing her to move undetected in most environments she just has to put it on and then we can do the last step of integrading your Elemental Powers me lady."

"Of course Dark Samus if you could head with my scientist he will give you your new armor" Astrum said as Dark Samus nodded exited to get more power as they headed to one of the Lab's leaving the other 7 back at the throne room as Samus asked "So what would you want for a Ship for yourself as well as an army" while holding the AI pad in her clawed hands.