(Any inaccuracies I'm blaming on how Universe 15 functions. Different than IRL, I'm too lazy to research for this. This features @tallest-blue-nerd and @aik-membrane, with mentions of @invader-d1b, @tak-e-over and @zim-exe.)
"We're coming at you live from the studio with today's biggest headline." The transmission started with a news reporter wearing big glasses, speaking quickly and with confidence. "I'm sure I don't even need to mention it, because at this point, everyone is buzzing about the recent discovery of alien life. Mere days ago, the new head of Membrane Labs, Aik Membrane, came forward with possibly the greatest discovery in the history of mankind. Of course, the motives of these new creatures are yet to be seen. Friend or foe? Ally or enemy? Who knows! But the alien race is establishing contact at this very moment. Aik Membrane as well as several politicians are talking with the alien Empress Miyuki." A list of political names appeared on the screen. The reporter put a hand on their ear as if they were listening to someone speak in their earpiece. "Er, Tallest Miyuki. Okay then. We're bringing the call to you live. Don't forget to call the number on your screen to tell us your own experience with aliens."
The reporter vanished from the screen, replaced by six individual video feeds, two rows of three. On the bottom middle feed, Aik Membrane was displayed. On the four side feeds, various other humans wearing medals and labels. On the top middle feed, Miyuki herself. Each feed was displayed with a name.
The group seemed to have been talking for a little bit already, waiting for the broadcast to the rest of Earth to start.
"And we are live," Aik confirmed.
"Ah, at last," one of the politicians said. They were some kind of ambassador for the U.S. Government, named Ali Holter.
"Greetings to all tuning in," another politician spoke. This one was a billionaire and a scientist, similar to Membrane himself. Their name was Andrew Stocks.
"Yes, hello," Miyuki added. "This is a most special event for both humans and Irkens alike."
"Well, Miss Tallest," a rather prestigious looking member of the feed spoke. They seemed to be some sort of army general, named Sah Took. "I personally would like to know your reasons for hiding for so long. You've had access to our planet and its resources for years, while we were kept in the dark. It was only thanks to Aik Membrane that you all revealed yourselves at all."
"I merely wanted to protect my people and my family. I had no guarantee that Earth would react favorably to our presence and I would have preferred to wait until I could reveal ourselves in a more peaceful manner," Miyuki explained.
"That's understandable," Holter said.
"But also suspicious," Took debated.
"What makes you say that, Commander Took?" Aik quizzes.
"These Irkens have already proved to have many dangerous capabilities that we were simply unaware of for years. What kind of damage could they have caused? What kind of damage will the continue to cause?" Took huffed.
"It is no secret of mine that an Irken by the name of Tak did seek to harm your planet," Miyuki pointed out. "She worked alone, but she did cause damage. You speak as if this is something we continue to hide. Now that you know of us, I think transparent and honesty is the best way to ensure we have a peaceful future."
"An honorable goal," Holter agreed. "I personally hope we can reach this as well. Of course, there are many things to consider."
"And many things to discuss," Miyuki added. "But I am willing to. Eventually, I would like to broaden these discussions so that you can speak to more than just me. We have our own ambassador with your planet, but I will not involve him so early in these procedures."
"His work focused more on helping Irkens connect with other species anyway, being the middle man between human and Irken discussions is not something he's currently prepared for," Aik confirmed.
"You speak of the clone boy?" Stocks asked with slight disdain.
Miyuki narrowed her eyes slightly. "I speak of D1b Membrane."
"He's not just a clone boy, you would do well to refer to that term lightly, if it all," Aik warned.
"Hmm. But he is a clone, is he not? As are you, Professor Membrane," Stocks replied.
"How they were created matters little, for they are still human and they both have been working on your side," Miyuki interjected.
Stocks huffed. "I'll be the judge of that."
"Doctor Stocks, you're take on this matter is not helpful. It is not the point to these discussions," Holter argued.
"Then let us get back to the main topic," the final member of the call spoke. They were the U.S. President, named Mane Barkley. "Tallest Miyuki, I understand that this whole situation was done without your knowledge."
"That is mostly correct. I was aware of Aik Membrane's goals, however it did not have my approval and was done behind my back," Miyuki explained. "I wasn't particularly pleased with the methods used either."
"Seems like a lovely way to institute a peaceful start, eh Membrane?" Barkley prodded.
"No matter, it is done now. And I would prefer to fight for peace despite it. All of my people do," Miyuki continued.
"What do you already know about our planet?" Holter asked.
"I don't know much about your politics. I know you are divided amongst yourself into countries. I do not fully understand why, so I have very little to say on that," Miyuki said.
"Do your people not have seperate countries?" Barkley asked.
"We do not, in fact I believe humans are the first species I've ever seen that do," Miyuki answered.
"Would you call that foolish? Are you going to lecture us for it?" Took quizzed.
"Of course not. As I said, I do not understand why you do it. So who am I to say whether you should all bind yourselves under the same leader. It is your planet, your government, your people. I do not wish to conform you to our way of politics," Miyuki said.
"How progressive of you," Stocks said sarcastically.
"If that's your way of saying you don't believe her, then you should learn to be more straight forward," Aik reprimanded.
"Fine, I don't believe her," Stocks huffed.
"That is your choice. But I speak the truth," Miyuki said.
"I can confirm that as well," Aik agreed.
"You're the one that exposed aliens to protect Earth from threats," Took pointed out. "The fact that you're taking her side is surprising to me. I thought you would be the one up in arms against her."
"You thought wrong. She is not the the threat. But there are other threats that she has no control over," Aik explained.
"You do not control your own people?" Barkley asked.
"My people have free will, but we also are not the only other species in existence. There are hundreds if not thousands of others," Miyuki explained.
"Fascinating," Stocks replied.
"Quite so," Aik agreed. "And as such, I thought an alliance with the Irkens would be beneficial for us."
"I would have protected this planet whether or not they knew of my existence," Miyuki said to Aik. "After all, the Membrane family has been important to me ever since I've met them. And after what Tak did to you all, I am not about to allow a repeat."
"We've all heard about Tak, but we know very little about her and the damage she caused. Care to elaborate?" Took questioned.
Aik pulled up something on the screen. A list of mysterious attacks, labeled as terrorist attacks. "These were all her. We as society blamed them on our own species. When in reality, it came from an angry cast-away Irken." He closed the list.
"If that was all just Tak, what else has been caused by alien interference? How do you expect us to trust these things?" Took huffed.
"I've already confirmed that I do not control everything in this universe. There are many creatures that would search to harm you. And it is true that some of them may have effected Earth before. Tak is the only Irken that ever has. And she is dead," Miyuki explained.
"Did you kill her?" Took prodded.
"She wasn't killed by my hand directly, her death came at the hand of a very close ally and friend." Miyuki smiled softly at the screen at that point, as if she expects Zirus to be watching.
"What else do you know about our planet?" Holter asked.
Miyuki thought for a moment. "Well, your sunsets are very nice to look at. They're more colorful than the ones I've seen at home. You can see the stars better there too. You have many creatures and plants that call your planet home, it might be one of the most diverse collections of life in the universe."
Holter tilts their head. "Is that so?"
"That I've seen anyway," Miyuki confirmed. "And as a whole, humans are fascinating. You all are so different from each other."
"What about your planet and your people? What's that like?" Barkley asked.
"My home is very different from Earth," Miyuki started off. "There are no oceans, or beaches. Our plants are different, we like to walk a lot when we're on the planet. We don't really have anything like cars or roads, but we do have something similar to parks and apartment buildings. We don't really have any other creatures living on our planet, aside from bugs and plants. We don't have animals like what you have. My people are loyal, protective, some of them a little rough around the edges. We were only allowed to have emotions about 200 years ago."
"Ah yes, this is something we also heard about," Stocks interjected. "You all seemed to have a problem with some sort of slave driver."
"The Control Brains, yes," Miyuki confirmed. "But they are gone now, I have repaired almost all of their damage."
"That sounds suspicious," Took mumbled.
"Commander Took, an actual debate instead of backhanded comments would be most appreciated," Aik huffed.
"I have a question." Stocks raises a hand. "Your biology. I heard that you reproduce through cloning."
"We do," Miyuki confirmed. "There are many things we do differently than you in our every day life. But I still believe we can be powerful allies nonetheless."
"What can you offer Earth?" Barkley asked.
"I can offer my assistance if any alien threat should arise again. I can offer resources and education in expanding your horizons and preparing you for other forms of life. But of course, I would need some kind of confirmation that you won't use this against us," Miyuki said.
"Of course you would, that can be discussed in greater detail in another call," Barkley said. "The purpose of this one is mainly education and establishing trust, highly sensitive details can be hammered out in a more private call or discussion."
"Then would you say you're all satisfied with how this went? I understand we're just about out of time for today," Aik interjected.
"I am satisfied for today," Barkley confirmed.
"Then I suppose this is farewell," Stocks said with a grin.
"Until next time," Holter said with a nod.
"I look forward to our next chat," Miyuki added.
The seperate feeds vanished and the reporter from before came back on the screen. "Fascinating stuff folks. And thank you for all your calls. We got a lot of feedback, which we'll review in more detail tomorrow at 6. Up next, the Sports section of our show, but first, a word from our sponsor."
