Not long after the merchant left, her friend came along with her three nieces.
-System master, thank you for sparing these three.
She said the moment all of them were before Andrew.
-We are sorry for all the trouble we have caused.
The oldest girl added from behind their aunt.
-I'll accept your thanks and apologies, but in the future, if you want to visit, just inform us in advance.
Andrew said with a smile.
The trouble they brought was minimal and in the end, he got a ship and drone fighters out of it.
All of them nodded and bowed their heads slightly.
-With your permission system master, I would like to take my nieces home.
The merchant said a moment later.
-Go right ahead.
-Thank you.
The women bowed slightly once again and then left.
A few minutes later, their ship undocked and was out of the system in less than half an hour.
At that time, Andrew was busy looking over the sensor logs, which indicated another increase in pirate activity in the sector he was monitoring.
However, now that he had some real anti-ship weaponry and a drone corvette with a squadron of fighters, he was not worried about this development.
-Just as he was contemplating finally opening the 63 crates stored away, Ilia called through the comms bracelet.
-Andrew, the sleeping ones have awoken, you might want to come here to explain everything to them.
The doctor informed him.
-I'm on my way.
Was his answer.
-Aelita how long will it take to redesign the station?
He asked before leaving.
-The plans are ready, so once the modules arrive, it'll take approximately 2 to 3 hours.
The engineer said, not even bothering to raise her head from the holo-screan.
-Alright, if there is something requiring my attention…
-Yes, yes, I'll contact you, now stop bothering me and go have a chat with the sleeping beauties.
She said, shooing him away with her hand, without even looking at him.
His expression was priceless and made Lanarine and Nairin chuckle.
Andrew knew that she was making fun of him, and smiled at the small challenge, but right now he didn't have the time to indulge in petty bickering.
However, that didn't mean he would let it slide and the smirk that he had shown them before leaving, made them all aware that he would find a way to get even with them.
A few minutes later he arrived at the medical module, only to see a scene of chaos as all the women inside were shouting at Iliana who just stood there with a bored expression.
His arrival made them quiet down for a few seconds, but they resumed screaming shortly after, directing part of their anger at him.
-All of you shut the hell up.
Andrew roared.
This got the ladies' attention and all of them became quiet immediately.
Seeing that he successfully got their attention, he continued.
-My name is Andrew Eagle, and I'm the system master of this star system.
Each of you was implanted with my slavery chip, which makes you my slaves, but I will give you a choice.
Andrew explained in his normal voice and the ladies were surprised at this revelation.
-If you want to go back to cryo-sleep, go right ahead, I won't stop you.
But if you want to stay awake, then you need to get along with everyone at this station.
The choice is yours, but if you want to stay awake, then accept that I'm the boss around here and you don't want to piss me off.
-How dare you turn me into a slave, when the Emperor of Jiar hears about it he will tear you to pieces.
Tibrana said angrily.
-Assuming that he can even get here, I doubt that he would give a damn about a clone like you, and if you haven't noticed you look nothing like a Jira species and the DNA test confirms that you are a human like me, so save your threats.
He informed her, making her jaw drop.
-What do you mean by a clone? And since when am I a human, whatever that is?
She asked in shock.
-Ilia can explain this to you later, for now just stop japping and listen to what I want to say.
Seeing that all three of them shut their mouths, Andrew proceeded to explain the situation to them.
It took him around half an hour to tell them what had happened since they went to sleep and the ladies' reactions were a mix of shock, fear, and anger.
The Angriest of them all was of course Tibrana and she directed her anger on Runir and Tarina, who were supposed to conquer the system and protect her but failed.
Hearing her curse the two women, Andrew shut her up immediately.
-They did their best, and even when they were turned into slaves they still tried to ensure your safety, so you have nothing to be angry with them about.
He said.
His words stopped her from cursing the two of them.
-Now ladies, it's time to choose what you want to do: go back into cryo, or stay awake and help with getting ready for the invasion.
Think about it carefully and give me your answers once you decide.
-And how do you expect us to help you?
The ghostly pale Sarill asked with a melodic voice.
-That depends, on your skills..
He answered.
-And if we don't have any?
Jalina asked, looking at him with her cat-like eyes.
-Who were you before this whole thing started?
Andrew asked.
-I was a nobody, a Holmes peasant who could barely read or write.
She admitted with shame.
-Even going to cryo-sleep was a challenge for me and I owe Aelita for helping me with it.
The alien woman said looking at the floor.
-There is nothing to be ashamed of, and if you don't have the skills, I'll get you an education module and you can then decide who you want to become.
Andrew said with a soothing voice.
-What about the two of you?
He asked.
-I'm no better than her, I was a slave in my world, they kept me as a maid and an eye candy, so I have no skills when it comes to surviving in space or even helping with anything.
Sarill said.
Andrew nodded in acknowledgment.
-And what about you?
He asked Tibrana.
-Why should I tell you, and for your information, I'm not interested in helping you, so you can just put me back in cryo-sleep until the Federation comes for me.
She said arrogantly.
-As you wish, Ilia, get her back on ice once Aelita finishes rearranging the station.
He said calmly.
-Alright.
The doctor said and started preparations.
-As for the two of you, come with me.
He said looking at the other two women, before leaving the medical module.
Andrew took them to their beginning modules, which were connected to the station next to each other.
-There are some things for you inside, store them and wait inside for now.
If you want to contact me or anyone else, use these.
He said, giving them their comms bracelets and showing them how to operate them.
Both ladies nodded and went to their modules.
The moment they entered both of them were shocked to discover a small pile of items waiting inside.
They found beds and bedding, new clothes, new space suits with additional oxygen tanks, and many other items.
But what baffled both ladies were their swimsuits, as this was their first time seeing something like that and they had no idea what they were used for.
After bringing them to their modules, Andrew decided to go to the fitness module as he had neglected his training lately.
However before he could even reach his destination, Iliana called him back to the medical module.
-What's up?
He asked entering.
-We might have a problem.
The doctor said.
-And what would that be?
-I can't put her back in cryo-sleep for now or she might never wake up.
Ilia explained.
-I thought that you could use cryo-sleep anytime you wanted, without any side effects.
Andrew said while thinking about this situation.
-Usually, that's true, but your species is a bit different in that regard and she is a clone which also is a factor in this.
In other words, she needs to wait for around a month, before she can be put back in cryo-sleep without any risk.
-Could you stop talking about me like I'm not here?
Tibrana asked with anger.
Their attitude towards her was irritating, to say the least.
-What's the point, you said it yourself, you are not interested in helping us and want to get back into cryo-sleep, so be a good girl, shut up, and let us figure out the fastest way to grant your wish.
Andrew said, annoyed by her princess-like behavior, she partially reminded him of his step-sister, and that was enough for him to want to get rid of her.
-Are all humans so rude to their betters? Or are you an exception?
She asked, also annoyed with his attitude towards her.
Hearing her words Andrew's expression darkened.
-Listen here, you miserable excuse of a human clone.
He turned to her.
-You are not my better, you are my slave and if you do not want to become a mindless doll who does everything that I say, you better shut up.
Andrew said in a cold voice.
Iliana recognized this tone and she knew he was angry at the moment.
Unfortunately, Tibrana didn't have as much experience with humans and perceived the warning as a challenge to her authority.
-I am a high priestess Of the Jiar people and their future empress, you will address me with the respect I deserve, and save your threats for someone who they will impress.
We both know that you don't have the balls to go against the Jiar empire and the five races federation.
She said arogantly, slightly raising her voice at this peasant who dared to go against her will.
Iliana's jaw hit the floor, hearing what this girl said.
-She's either incredibly brave or incredibly stupid.
The doctor thought to herself and looked at Tibrana with pity.
Then she looked at Andrew who was calm, but the aura around him was freezing cold.
This was enough for her to start sweating in fear, they all knew that disrespecting him was not the wisest idea, and this girl not only did so but also insulted him.
-Is that so?
Andrew finally spoke, but if his voice was cold before then now it was like a blizzard barely containing its rage.
-I am your master, and even though I don't like others to call me that, I'll make an exception for you.
From now on, you will refer to me as your master every time.
He said, making the priestess a bit scared.
But the moment she heard his command, her blood boiled in anger.
-Who do you think you are to demand such a thing from me?
She screamed at him.
-Chip 07 increase control to level 7.
Andrew said with a smile that made Iliana shudder as she remembered that he had the same expression when he was implanting her with the chip.
This evil smile gave her nightmares for a few days and now she was more than happy that it was not directed at her.
Hearing the command, Tibrana wanted to say something but the chip's control kicked in immediately, making her unable to say anything or even move.