USS DON JOHNSON, NCC-61701
SD 10404.15
The Dragon’s Lair – Part IV

SUMMARY: When last we saw our intrepid heroes, they had just left Boros after dropping off a cargo that was their audition to enter a mysterious and powerful syndicate known only as 'the Dragons'.  Naturally, nothing is ever simple. Once the cargo was dropped off, and they were heading back they were set upon by 3 Jem Hadar fighters. One of them destroyed the other two and beamed off their Captain.  3 days have passed without the device in the engine room detonating. Although by now the crew realized that the readout says "Level 2"...whatever that means.  The FCT Roxanne is now 15 minutes out from Winnipeg Drift. Will their contact 'Vole' be pleased with them? Will their Nausican Minder Norac blow they into tiny little pieces? Watch and learn...

Host Joel says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Resume>>>>>>>>>>>>

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Sitting at the CONN Console, flying the old ship.::

XO Jezabell says:
:: scanning the crew on the flight deck ::

CSO John Typhoon says:
::on the flight deck::

XO Jezabell says:
OPS: ETA to the Drift, Marcia?

CMO Jade Stone says:
::walks up the steps to the flight deck, standing just to the side of the CSO's station::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Sitting on the bridge, playing around with a small knife, watching things go on around the bridge::

CSO John Typhoon says:
::leans lazily back against the CMO::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
XO: Looks Like 15 minutes Jezz....err Jezabell.  Norac: So do you want us to contact them or dock with them or what?

CNS Brandash says:
::walks out on the bridge and just watches everything::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::leans her shoulder against the bulkhead, cradling her hunny::

Norac says:
OPS: Dock.

CSO John Typhoon says:
::relaxes operates the panel with one hand::

XO Jezabell says:
:: whispers through subcutaneous transmitters:: *ALL*: Remember, we go with the flow. We must achieve our goal. But also try, secretly, to find our boss

XO Jezabell says:
Norac: And what happens once we arrive? Vole will great us and take back his gift around our warp core?

Norac says:
COMPUTER: Link Self-destruct activation to coincide with the Explosive device in Engineering. If it explodes activate the destruct sequence.  Countdown one second.

CTO Thomas Jax says:
OPS: Got a stutter problem there?

CMO Jade Stone says:
::clicks he teeth twice in acknowledgment::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
CTO: Nope just trying to not offend anybody.

CTO Thomas Jax says:
OPS: Shhh shhh shh ure

CSO John Typhoon says:
XO: <subcutaneous> Do you want me to try to lock him out of the main computer?

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
CTO: Careful there fella before I help that become permanent.  ::In jest.::

Host Joel says:
<Winnipeg_Drift> COMM: Roxanne: FCT Freighter, this is Winnipeg drift. Identify and state your purpose. Over.

Norac says:
COMPUTER: Give me all control of the computer.

XO Jezabell says:
::whispers:: CSO: Don't lock him out but try to fool him... I don't know like having the computer respond but not do it?

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Norac: We are being hailed.

CTO Thomas Jax says:
OPS: is that a threat? what that tongue of yours, or you might just loose it :: shows of the knife he's playing with::

XO Jezabell says:
Norac: Why do you need control? It's our ship not yours?

CMO Jade Stone says:
::massaging her man's shoulders, watching the byplay on the flight deck carefully::

Host Joel says:
<Computer> Norac: Unable to comply. Insufficient security authorization.

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Norac: You must be nuts to require all kinds of codes.

Norac says:
OPS :On Screen

CSO John Typhoon says:
::attempts to allow Norac access to the computer but deceive him since Norac is not likely well versed in computers::

Norac says:
XO: I hold your lives in my hands. I want full control.

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Presses the Panel.:: COM: Winnipeg: Roxie here delivery complete.

XO Jezabell says:
Norac: No one here as control... we lost it when Vole took our captain and when the first mate was beamed off!

CSO John Typhoon says:
::attempts to program a backdoor in the system::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::does not attempt to plant any suggestion in Norac's mind, as she had a headache for a full 24 hours last time, and a minor nosebleed::

Norac says:
COMPUTER: I am assuming command.

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Gets up and moves closer to the XO::

Norac says:
CTO: Back to your seat.

CNS Brandash says:
::just tries to see what is going on.  Not sure on what is going on::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Norac: What's the meaning of all this, we've done what you wanted, now let it go we're taking you home.

XO Jezabell says:
::whispers:: *ALL*: Can you who have telepath or empath power pick up anything from him or help us gain some control of him?

Host Joel says:
<Winnipeg Drift> COMM: Roxanne: Welcome back! Mr. Vole is expecting you. Docking back Alpha 6.

Host Joel says:
<Computer> Norac: ::Beeps:: Cannot comply.

Norac says:
OPS: Sure. Dock and we will part our ways.

CMO Jade Stone says:
::walks down towards Norac:: Norac: Easy now, we're almost home........you'll get your just reward.......soon.

Norac says:
CMO: Is that a threat?

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Norac: We will be docking soon.  COMM: Winnipeg: Acknowledged.

CSO John Typhoon says:
XO: <subcutaneous> We tried

CMO Jade Stone says:
Norac: Does it sound like a threat? ::smiles::

Norac says:
CMO: Yes. ::grabs amulet::

CMO Jade Stone says:
Norac: I'm no threat to you, I'm merely a weak female.

XO Jezabell says:
ALL: Enough. We are arriving. We've performed our duties and we'll meet Mr. Vole and get the job done.

Norac says:
XO: Good.

CMO Jade Stone says:
::walks away::

Host Joel says:
Action: As the Roxanne approaches Winnipeg Drift, the station's automated landing system takes control of the ship and guides it smoothly into bay A6

CSO John Typhoon says:
::initiates false OPS menu in computer core, assigns backdoor::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Maneuvers the vessel to the docking port.::  XO: So does this ship have an auto dock sequence or am I gonna have to bump the bumpers a bit doing it manually?

Norac says:
OPS: Let the ship take control.

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Moves up close:: XO: anything you need done at the moment?

CNS Brandash says:
::walks around the bridge::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Ignores the Sniveling Norac.::

Host Joel says:
ACTION: The ship comes to a complete stop, and lands.

CMO Jade Stone says:
Marcia: Not sure Seamus would appreciate another scratch on the hull ::smirk::

Norac says:
ALL: Once the ship comes to a stop, you all move to the loading bay, as before.

CSO John Typhoon says:
::turns panel off::

Norac says:
ALL: Avoid Engineering.

CMO Jade Stone says:
::thinking same ole, same ole.....::

XO Jezabell says:
:: whispers :: CTO: Keep an eye on our "friends"

CMO Jade Stone says:
::hands on hip, resting comfortably on the hilt of her whip::

CSO John Typhoon says:
::leaves internal sensors in main engineering "on" even though the display says "off"::

Norac says:
XO: ALL people, loading bay.

CTO Thomas Jax says:
XO: but I would rather keep my eyes on you...:: whispers:: not taking my eyes off them.

XO Jezabell says:
ALL: Let's go people

CNS Brandash says:
::just walks around towards Norac but just stays slowly::

XO Jezabell says:
::gets up and waits for everyone to exit::

CSO John Typhoon says:
::moves to the cargo bay behind his wife::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::waits for John to finish and moves towards the exit::

Norac says:
XO: No one in engineering.

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Locks down the station.:: Norac: You just don't have any trust at all huh?

XO Jezabell says:
Norac: No need to repeat twice, we've heard you.

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Smacks the XO in the rear...just a little tap of course:: XO: you hear him, move on out, :: moves on::

CNS Brandash says:
::walks out but watches everything::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::thinks: trust isn't what he wants out of life.......it’s not profitable::

Host Joel says:
ACTION: As the crew moves through the ship, it makes many unfamiliar sounds as it settles down from flight mode to idle.

XO Jezabell says:
::grins at Jax and pushes him towards the loading bay::

XO Jezabell says:
CTO: You bad boy you! Now go or I'll smack you harder!

XO Jezabell says:
::moves out of the flight deck with the rest of the pack::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Mocks falling forward:: XO: Wow, that’s come arm. can I get another? ::walks on::

CSO John Typhoon says:
::snickers at the XO and thinks he should do the same to Megan::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
CTO/XO: Come on Jezabell and Thomas, give it a rest ok?

CMO Jade Stone says:
~~~John: I heard that! Don't even think it~~~

CSO John Typhoon says:
~~~Megan: We ARE in disguise~~~ ::pinches Megan::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
OPS: Aww, jealous cause Thomas wants Jezabell, and not Marcia, tisk tisk, let us have our fun

CMO Jade Stone says:
::gives him "the LOOK"::  John: OW!

XO Jezabell says:
CTO: Let's give it a rest... ::as she enters loading bay::

CNS Brandash says:
::just walks towards the loading bay::

CSO John Typhoon says:
::arrives at the bay:: ~~~Megan: Charmin~~~

CNS Brandash says:
::enters the loading bay::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
CTO: It's just not appropriate.  ::Arrives at the loading bay with the group.::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::comes to a stand still and leans against John::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Norac: Now what, Nory old boy?

CSO John Typhoon says:
::supports Jade's weight, snakes his arms around her waist::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Stays close to the XO in the cargo bay, as they wait::

Norac says:
ALL: Wait.

XO Jezabell says:
::can't wait for them to be Norac-free::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::almost wishes she had some chewing gum to snap and pop::

Norac says:
CMO: I will miss you my slave girl.

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Rolls her eyes.:: Muttered under her breath: That's what he always wants us to do, wait wait wait.

Norac says:
::smirks::

CSO John Typhoon says:
::snakes his other arm around her waist possessively::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Plays with his lip piercing with his tongue to pass the time::

CMO Jade Stone says:
Norac: Moi? I'm sure you'll be more acceptable if you showered once in a decade.

Norac says:
CMO: I think I may kill your boyfriend and take you one day. ::grins evilly::

Host Vole says:
ACTION: After a quiet moment, there is a banging sound that reverberates through the hull, then the main cargo hatch opens.

CSO John Typhoon says:
::wry smile showing crooked, yellow teeth::

XO Jezabell says:
::looks at the hatch open::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Norac: Many men long in their graves have said that

CMO Jade Stone says:
::ignores Norac's remark and looks towards the cargo hatch instead::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Laughs out loud at the CMO's comment and Norac's ridiculous threat.::

Host Vole says:
ACTION: Once the hatch opens completely, a vanguard of Nausicans enter surrounding Vole.

Norac says:
::nods to Vole::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Thinks to herself.:: What in the universe is he afraid of?

Host Vole says:
::Looks around the interior letting his gaze pause on each of the crew before coming to a stop at Norac and returning his nod.::

Host Vole says:
Norac: Report. Did this crew accomplish its mission?

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Yawns as he sees the hatch open::

CSO John Typhoon says:
::enjoys Jade's perfume, looks unimpressed at Vole::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Eyes Norac irritatingly.::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::what did we do to deserve a full vanguard? and tries not take a deep breath, as the cargo bay reeks of body order::

Norac says:
Vole: Yes but the CSO was going to give me some trouble.

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: He likes to throw his weight around, I used to be a Starship Captain, I don’t push well

Host Vole says:
::Nods as he listens to Norac. Let's his gaze drift to John::

Host Vole says:
CSO: ::Raised eyebrows:: Oh did you now? And what was the name of your ship....Captain. ::The last a taunt.::

CNS Brandash says:
::just watches everything around::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: He's a bully and a low level functionary, I think you and I understand his usefulness only as muscles

Norac says:
Vole: I don't trust him but the other member's of the crew are well.

CMO Jade Stone says:
::thinks, all braun and no brain::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: The one that mutinied when I went to the Maquis, I'll have my revenge

Host Vole says:
CSO: I see, I see.

Host Vole says:
::Seems to evaluate them all for a moment. Then smiles and snaps his fingers::

Host Vole says:
ACTION: A few of his goons rush into the engine room.

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Thinks this Vole is a lunatic.::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
XO: ::whispers:: what next Jez?

XO Jezabell says:
:: hates the wait but can't do much right now as they don't have control::

Host Vole says:
Norac: And when their first mate was 'taken'....who took charge?

XO Jezabell says:
::whispers:: CTO: we wait and see

Norac says:
Vole: The CNS.

Host Vole says:
Norac: Ahh...I see. Good. Good.

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: An obvious lie, Norac did

Host Vole says:
Norac: Very well, you've served your purpose. I release you from your mortal debt.

CNS Brandash says:
::looks around and to see why they said me::

Host Vole says:
::Removes the amulet from his neck.::

Norac says:
::leaves the ship::

Host Vole says:
::Walks over to the CNS::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Vole: Wait a cotton pickin' minute there Vole, you know about our first mate? I suppose you orchestrated the whole event too.  Where is he?

CMO Jade Stone says:
::watches closely::

CNS Brandash says:
::looks at Vole coming towards me::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::narrows her eyes, thinking OPS has a legit question there::

CSO John Typhoon says:
~~~Jade: That amulet likely contains an explosive charge~~~

Host Vole says:
OPS: Of course. This was a test after all. How can I evaluate your performance properly without a certain control of the parameter? Hmmm?

CTO Thomas Jax says:
XO: ::Whispers:: Easier said then done dear

XO Jezabell says:
::whispers:: CNS: Be strong... you can do it! We are here to support you. Act as our new leader if he tells you to... we must not blow our cover

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: That amulet contains an explosive charge doesn’t it

CMO Jade Stone says:
~~John: careful~~

CNS Brandash says:
XO:  ::whispers::  I will do my best::

Host Vole says:
CNS: ::Appraises the CNS a moment:: So, Brandash isn't it. If that is your real name? Not that I care...do you think my mother named me 'Vole?' after all. ::Smiles::

Host Vole says:
CSO: And if it does? ::Turns back to the CNS::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Shakes her head and growls a bit.:: Vole: This crew doesn't take too kindly to kidnapping our own.  We're tight knit that way.  That's why we work well together.

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: That is how you ensure loyalty I presume

CNS Brandash says:
Vole: yes that is my real name.

XO Jezabell says:
Vole: What do you want from us now?

Host Vole says:
CSO: It is a proven method. Now, if you don't mind, I was speaking to your leader pro tem.

Host Vole says:
CNS: Very well. Congratulations. You and your crew have passed your test. I welcome you and your little band as initiates. Who knows what riches this affiliation will bring you should you prove loyal? Hmmm? Yes...well, your first mission....

Host Vole says:
::Snaps his fingers again::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Moves to a protective position around the XO::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::raises an eyebrow::

Host Vole says:
ACTION: Another loud clank is heard as a nausicans start loading in heavy crates::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Thinks he has a twisted way of showing his appreciation.::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: About the explosive charges on the core...

Host Vole says:
CSO: ::Waves him off::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::focuses on Vole::  ~~~Vole: what of the explosives, answer his question~~~

CNS Brandash says:
::just watches Vole and  just watches the crew to make sure everyone will be safe::

XO Jezabell says:
::whispers:: CNS: Tell him we've showed we could be trusted and that he should remove the explosives if it hasn't already been done... he wouldn't want the cargo to be damaged now would he?

CMO Jade Stone says:
::pushes harder::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: Well I'm sure Seamus has cargo runs to do...........I assume you are going to provide us with a ship

CNS Brandash says:
Vole: We have showed you that we could be trusted and that he should removed the explosives if it hasn't been done.

Host Vole says:
CNS: Right...where were we? Ah yes...your mission. No doubt you'll wish to see your Captain and First Mate again? Your orders are simple ::Pauses a moment and rubs his temple before continuing:: Your orders are simple. Take this cargo to Epsilon Hydra. There you will be given instructions that will take you to your final destination, and to your mission crewmembers.

Host Vole says:
CNS: Ah yes...the explosives. All gone. ::Makes a 'poof' gesture with his hands::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::concentrates harder and gives him a final push.::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: I assume you are going to give us a ship, Seamus isn't working for you

Host Vole says:
CSO: ::Tosses him the amulet:: A simple biofeedback sensor linked to a generic communication device. No explosives.

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Vole: Any special precautions we should take with our precious cargo?

CSO John Typhoon says:
::pockets the amulet::

Host Vole says:
CSO: Oh, quite the contrary. This offer is extended to his crew on his ship. If you leave...you're out. And trust me...you don't want to be out.

CTO Thomas Jax says:
:: watching as everything goes on::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::touches her hand gently to her nose.  Finds a small droplet of blood on her finger::

CNS Brandash says:
XO::  ::whispers:: we can do this  if we really work together..

Host Vole says:
OPS: Well, treat it well as you would any other cargo. ::Smiles::

XO Jezabell says:
CNS: Can we go now... boss?

CMO Jade Stone says:
::she places her hands behind her back::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: Ok now that we've had our group hug.......................how much?

XO Jezabell says:
ALL: Time is latinum... and right now we are losing some with this rubbish.

CSO John Typhoon says:
XO: We haven’t talked about money yet

Host Vole says:
CSO: That has been settled between Seamus, Winters and I already. They are most pleased.

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Vole: So my life is worth the cargo, eh?

Host Vole says:
OPS: Not by half.

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: How about an advance?

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Vole: Got it.

CNS Brandash says:
XO: yes let’s go

Host Vole says:
CSO: Take it up with your Captain. As your rightful employer, payment is his affair.

CMO Jade Stone says:
::eyes dazzle at the talk of riches::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Vole: I see .... ::dryly, satisfied he's played his role as a greedy pirate::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::twirls a long lock of hair, thinking of the shopping she can do with her share::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
Vole: So where is our illustrious Captain Seamus?

Host Vole says:
All: Have a fun trip kids. But one more thing. Breathe a word of this, and of course we'll kill everyone you've ever loved in front of you, and then we'll kill you or worse. Have a nice day! Ta ta. ::Turns and leave ignoring any further questions::

XO Jezabell says:
Vole: Tata to you too :: sticks out her tongue::

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Knows that Vole is clinically insane.::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::rolls her eyes::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Jade: I'll give you an allowance, after all, you're a woman and an Orion at that ::wry crooked smile::

Host Vole says:
ACTION: The Nausicans quickly have the hold full of boxes. Then they leave as well.

CTO Thomas Jax says:
XO: I’m sure I can treat you right with my share...what do ya say

CMO Jade Stone says:
John: there isn't anyway you can afford me, darlin'

CSO John Typhoon says:
Jade: Animal, greedy woman.,.........I love ya

CNS Brandash says:
XO: Lets get this mission over with and we can get our friends and leave .

CMO Jade Stone says:
John: You'll do for now, baby

XO Jezabell says:
CTO: We'll see ::smiles::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Jade: Maybe I'll trade you in for another model

XO Jezabell says:
CNS: Agreed boss.

XO Jezabell says:
ALL: Let's get in people and fly away!

CMO Jade Stone says:
John: you can try, but I wouldn't recommend it, you can only trade down from here on out :;smirks::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
XO: I guess that’s one way to keep my short leash, Jez ::winks::

CSO John Typhoon says:
Jade:  Maybe I'll keep you

XO Jezabell says:
CTO: Indeed, Jax!

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Heads back to the Flight Deck.::

XO Jezabell says:
:: heads for the flight deck::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Follows the XO and OPS::

CMO Jade Stone says:
::leans over and kisses her husband:: I love ya too, you big lug.

CNS Brandash says:
::heads back to the flight deck with the crew.:: John: you able to fly this thing?

XO Jezabell says:
CTO/CSO: Can you lovely guys go check our warp core and see that the gift is indeed gone and hasn't left traces behind?

CSO John Typhoon says:
::kisses his wife:: Jade: Come here woman

CSO John Typhoon says:
XO: Where

CMO Jade Stone says:
::looks towards the CNS:: John: duty first ::smiles::

CTO Thomas Jax says:
::Looks at the CSO:: XO: he looks busy :: smiles::

CSO John Typhoon says:
XO: Where's the Engineers, I don’t take orders from you anyway , ::walks off in huff::

XO Jezabell says:
CSO: Gee, all right keep your hands on your green girl here!

XO Jezabell says:
CTO: Will you go check it? ::bats lashes ::

CSO John Typhoon says:
XO: ::sneers:: I INTEND to nosey

CTO Thomas Jax says:
XO: Will you join me :: bats lashes back, just more manly:: I would love your company

CMO Jade Stone says:
::hums......it's not easy being ...green.......::

CMO Jade Stone says:
CNS: You need someone to pilot this hunkajunk?

CSO John Typhoon says:
::walks onto the ship, picks the CMO up in his arms::

CMO Jade Stone says:
to self:: Whoa!

CMO Jade Stone says:
John: Put me down!

CSO John Typhoon says:
CNS: Sorry CNS...........We're busy

CNS Brandash says:
CMO: Yes I do

CMO Jade Stone says:
John: we

OPS Marcia Skenal says:
::Finds a place to sit on the flight deck and waits since that is what she's gonna have to do.::

CMO Jade Stone says:
John: We've got a job to do, we'll do this later.

XO Jezabell says:
ALL: People, we need to move on! We don't want our captain and first mate to stay longer with our new friends, right?

CSO John Typhoon says:
CNS :Get a flunky to do it

CNS Brandash says:
CSO: You can do it...

CMO Jade Stone says:
::wiggles out of John's arms:: John: Hey, time is money, darlin' and we've got a job to do.

XO Jezabell says:
::whispers:: CTO: you need more practice in batting eyelashes btw

CSO John Typhoon says:
CNS: I ain't no flunky ::snears::

CNS Brandash says:
CSO: No but you are a darn good crewman :)

CTO Thomas Jax says:
XO: Yes dear...

Host Vole says:
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