Host Brett says:
<<<<Resume Mission Currahee Part 8>>>>

Host K`Beth says:
::watches the doctor walk down the street and checks that no one is following him::

Host Flynn says:
Action: The streets are sparsely populated early in the morning and the doctor does not seem to be followed as he walks away.  However, a figure several stores down on the opposite side of the street appears to be looking closely at his hand.

Host K`Beth says:
::watches the figure and then casually strolls up a little closer trying to see if he is a Romulan or not::

Host Flynn says:
Action: The figure, dressed in a local's cloak, stiffens and ten turns and proceeds away at a brisk clip.

Host K`Beth says:
::watches the figure leave and notices that they looked Romulan but doesn't get a good look.  Looks back at the doctor and then the figure leaving in the opposite direction.  Decides to shadow the doctor instead and see that he gets out of town safely::

Host Flynn says:
Action: As the doctor walks through town, the streets begin to fill up with people beginning their day.

Host K`Beth says:
::suddenly sees two other cloaked figures come out of an alley and start to follow the doctor.  Their walk and mannerisms suggest that they are not Tegedaarans.  Speeds up so that she will eventually intercept them::

Host K`Beth says:
::stops and looks in a store window pretending to view the wares while actually looking in the reflection to see if anyone is following her::

Host K`Beth says:
::notices two more figures across the street very unconvincingly interested in a flower display::

Host K`Beth says:
::mutters something unflattering under her breath and suddenly walks quickly down the street and takes a sharp left, runs down the short street and takes the first right::

Host K`Beth says:
::walks at a quick pace through the slowly thickening crowd on an intercept course with the doctor's path.  Hears someone running behind her and grins as she continues walking.  Looks to the right and sees the doctor occasionally on the street a block away walking parallel to her::

Host K`Beth says:
::waits until the path looks a bit clearer and suddenly cuts to the right and quickly walks towards the street.  Grins when she sees a vender on the corner selling some kind of round fruit. Hesitates to let the doctor get ahead and his two followers get a little closer and then runs directly into the fruit cart::

Host Flynn says:
Action: The cart topples over, fruit spills everywhere.  The vendor yells in surprise and shock, as do several bystanders impacted by fruit.

Host K`Beth says:
::scrambles to her feet apologizing to the vendor and uses the confusion to slip behind a few people in the crowd and look to see if the followers were stopped by the fruit::

Host Flynn says:
Action: The two cloaked Romulans following Hunter are stopped by the churning crowd.  They try to get past the people.

Host K`Beth says:
::melts back into a doorway and looks for her two followers::

Host Flynn says:
Action: The CO's pursuers appear and look around frantically searching for their lost target.  One pulls a communicator from his cloak, exposing the military uniform beneath, and begins speaking into it.

Host K`Beth says:
::holds still and silently curses again when she sees the military uniforms.  Waits to see where they will go next::

Host K`Beth says:
::checks Hunter's two followers also and wonders if they are part of the military also.  Knew that they got off too easy at the gate::

Host Flynn says:
Action: Hunter's pursuers finally break free of the crowd and dash ahead to try to catch him.  He is nowhere to be seen.  As they run, their pants and boots mark them as more of the planet's garrison.

Host K`Beth says:
::watches them run down the street and then checks again for her own pursuers::

Host K`Beth says:
::sees them standing in the crowd looking around.  Carefully slips to the side and back down the street that she came from, easing into the shadows::

Host K`Beth says:
::carefully heads back up the street and starts walking paralleling where the doctor would be walking and breaks into a jog when she figures she's far enough away, looking down the side streets trying to catch a glimpse of the doctor::

Host K`Beth says:
::has lost the doctor and his followers.  Heads to the gate at a brisk pace to try and intercept him there::

Host Flynn says:
<<<<Meanwhile, back on the ship…>>>>

Host Sykora says:
::Exits the cockpit looking for Flynn::

Host Flynn says:
::Emerges from his cabin dressed in his normal flight clothing.  Moves quickly through the ship checking systems here and there on his way to the cockpit.::

Host Flynn says:
Alice: Alice, begin preflight systems check.  We need to lift in ten minutes!

Host Sykora says:
::moves through the corridor quickly and rounds a bend to find herself looking face-to-face with Flynn very suddenly::

Host Sykora says:
::determined:: Flynn: We need to talk... now!

Host Flynn says:
::Ears droop slightly::  Sy: Umm, yes, of course.  Shall we step into my office?  ::Motions back to the cockpit and slips past her to lead the way.::

Host Sykora says:
::frustrated knowing that OPS and CSO are leaving shortly::  Flynn: I don't have time for this. ::follows::  Unless you give me a darn good reason why I should disobey my Captain's orders than I am going with Syrna and D'von is going to stay here.

Host Flynn says:
::Sits down in the pilot's seat and begins flipping switches::  Sy: I do have a good reason Sykora.  And I understand your reluctance to disobey K’Beth, but I need you here.  I'll explain everything once we are safely away.

Host Sykora says:
::shakes her head:: Flynn: That is not going to be good enough.

Host Flynn says:
::Sighs and turns around to face her in his seat.::  Sy: Alright, why not?

Host Sykora says:
::finds herself scrapping for a reason as she was not prepared for him to ask her that question::  Flynn: For starters there is the chain of command.  Then there is the fact that K'Beth has a plan and if we change it without her knowing we may be endangering her very life. 

Host Flynn says:
::Nods::  Sy: Well, the chain of command doesn't actually apply as this is not a Starfleet mission.  However, I understand your point.  As for the other, K'Beth is doing her utmost to endanger her own life without any help at all from us.  She is now alone in the city.  She saw fit to partner all of you up for your trip, but she is all by herself..

Host Flynn says:
Sy: So, I am afraid you are just going to have to trust me.  ::Turns around and continues readying the ship.::

Host Flynn says:
Action: The engines begin to hum and the deck vibrates as power flows through the ship.  The CSO and OPS prepare to depart the vessel.

Host Sykora says:
::is left shaking her head in disbelief and wonders if she left now if she would have time to make it to the CSO and OPS before they left::

Host Flynn says:
::Swivels his ears a bit and then growls softly before turning around again.::  Sy: What?

Host Sykora says:
::looks into Flynn's eyes looking for reason to make a decision.  Something there seemed to make a difference for she soften a bit and sat heavily down in the co-pilot's chair::  Flynn: It is a good thing that I trust you. ::starts to prepare for take off::

Host Flynn says:
Action: The CSO and OPS leave the ship and head off into the forest.

Host Sykora says:
Flynn: And when K'Beth comes back spitting mad I am going to tell her it is all your fault.

Host Flynn says:
::Applies power and lifts the ship off the ground, rising above the trees and then turning and accelerating off across the treetops away from the city.::  Sy: I can deal with K'Beth, and as for your trust, I am honored.  ::Smiles::  I just hope you feel that way when I tell you what my plan is.  ::Looks a bit concerned::

Host Sykora says:
::Trusts him well enough to know that he would not knowingly endanger their lives or the mission, but doesn't like the sound of that::  Flynn: What do you mean? ::looks at him with a furrow::

Host Flynn says:
::Adjusts the scanners and immediately sees a blip appear, entering the atmosphere and heading for their landing site.::

Host Flynn says:
Sy: Not now.  Strap in.  ::Indicates the co-pilot's seat.::  Looks like it's time to become a fox again.

Host Flynn says:
Alice: Disengage cloak, lay in a course for the nadir jump point.

Host Sykora says:
::looks around to find the straps.  Sees it and quickly belts herself in::  Flynn: ::believing that they are about to be attacked::  What can I do?

Host Flynn says:
Sy: Kiss for luck?  ::Looks at her and winks::

Host Sykora says:
::shakes her head and wonders what the nadir jump is but doesn't ask for fear of distracting Flynn::

Host Flynn says:
Action: The incoming vessel changes course, accelerates and begins pursuing the Deltafox.

Host Flynn says:
Sy: Looks like a small patrol ship, probably from that orbital station.  They tracked K'Beth's comm signal back to us.  We need to let them chase us or they would run right into Syrna and D'Von.

Host Sykora says:
::nods and watches the scanner for lack of knowing what else to do::

Host Alice says:
Flynn: Course laid in.

Host Flynn says:
::Types in a few commands and then grips the throttle and controls.::  Sy: Alright, here we go.  ::Pulls the ship up into a vertical climb and accelerates up and out of the atmosphere.

Host Flynn says:
Sy: The reason I wanted you on board was two-fold.  One, you said you'd like a vacation, I said I would be happy to take you, so, we're off.  ::Smiles::

Host Sykora says:
::gets pushed back into her chair as the Delta Fox accelerates.  Hearing Flynn she turned her head in shock:: Flynn: What? Now?

Host Sykora says:
Flynn: Are you crazy!

Host Flynn says:
::Points at the pursuing ship on the scanner::  Sy: Seems like a great time to get away to me.  ::Grins::

Host Flynn says:
Sy: Alright, second reason: I need you.

Host Sykora says:
::eyes widen in shock at first and then narrow:: Flynn: What do you mean "You need me"?

Host Flynn says:
Action: The Fox streaks away from the planet, heading for the Nadir point of the system, the point above a planet's pole where it's gravity well vanishes.

Host Flynn says:
Sy: I need you to help me with some equipment we need to pull this mission off.  I have the specifications, I have the money to buy the materials, but I need your expertise to install it.

Host Sykora says:
::wonders what expertise she has that he or Alice didn't already have::

Host Alice says:
 Flynn: I detect the power signatures on two large vessels docked at the Orbiatl facility are increasing.  They are powering up for pursuit.  Our hound is closing, they are powering weapons.

Host Flynn says:
Sy: Raise the shields please.  That control there.  ::Points::

Host Sykora says:
::pushes the control and watches to see that it actually goes up::

Host Sykora says:
::sees that it does:: Shields raised.

Host Flynn says:
Sy: Excellent.  So, where would you like to go first?

Host Flynn says:
Action: The pursuing ship fires a few phaser shots, one hits, causing the Fox to shudder slightly.

Host Sykora says:
::feels the shudder::  Flynn: At this point... anywhere but here.

Host Flynn says:
Sy: Hmm, I've always wanted to go there.

Host Flynn says:
Alice: Set reality coordinates for Flynn 6, prepare for jump.

Host Sykora says:
::raises an eyebrow:: Flynn: Flynn 6? Is it a family planet?

Host Flynn says:
::Laughs::  Sy: A planet?  Sy, my dear, how conceited do you think I am?

Host Alice says:
Flynn: Coordinates ready.

Host Sykora says:
::laughs:: Flynn: Very!

Host Flynn says:
Action: The ship rocks more strongly as several of the medium powered phasers find their mark.

Host Flynn says:
Sy: ::Looks hurt, then grins::

Host Sykora says:
::rocks with the ship::  Flynn: Well where ever it is... can we get going?

Host Flynn says:
::Lifts a covered panel exposing a red and yellow striped warning lever::  Sy: Sykora, we're history.  ::Shoves the lever forward.::

Host Flynn says:
Action: The stars blur around the ship, as if going to warp, then a new pattern emerges and the Deltafox flashes out of existence leaving the pursuing patrol ship alone in space.

Host Flynn says:
<<<<Meanwhile…The CSO and OPS make their way back to the city… >>>>

Host Brett says:
Action: As OPS and the CSO make their way into the still dark tree line, the ship lifts off behind them with a great roar of thrusters.  It spins round as it rises and then accelerates away.

Syrna says:
::hears the ship lift off turns to watch it:: OPS: I am glad they are away. I think they probably won't get caught... but us on the other hand. Swiftest route back to the city? Or through the woods?

D`von says:
::sees the ship left off, and is glad they are moving he just hopes that they will be able to find the ship again:: CSO: Which one does your Vulcan mind think we should take?

Host Brett says:
Action: As the sound of the engines dies away, it seems to return and grow louder, this time from the opposite direction.

Syrna says:
OPS: Both have their good and bad points. The road is less suspicious if we are caught traveling on it. The woods are easier to hide in.

D`von says:
::hears the sound of the engine coming from the opposite side:: CSO: Weren’t they just ::looks back::

Syrna says:
::noticed the strange change in direction of the sound:: OPS: That is odd. But we cannot worry about that now.

Host Brett says:
Action: As the sound of the engines grows louder still, OPS and the CSO note that the sound is different from that of Flynn's vessel.

D`von says:
::turns back to Syrna, still confused about the sound of the ship but shakes it off:: CSO: That isn't what I asked which one do you think is more logical

D`von says:
CSO: Are you sure it is the same vessel it sounds different? ::looks somewhat alarmed::

Syrna says:
OPS: Perhaps we should attempt to hide.

D`von says:
::grabs Syrna and pulls her into the woods hopefully out of sight of what ever is coming their way::

Host Brett says:
Action: A small ship, about the size of the Delta Fox but decidedly Romulan in appearance roars overhead apparently in pursuit of Flynn and Sykora.

Syrna says:
::is surprised, but understands::

Syrna says:
::looks up:: OPS: Oh my that doesn't look good.

D`von says:
::looks upwards at the vessel:: CSO: It doesn't look like they saw us, but I fear they may be after Flynn and the Commander::

Syrna says:
OPS: But that means they may still search this area and quickly. We should get moving.

D`von says:
CSO: There isn't anything we can do, I am sure Flynn can handle it. Lets get going, I think the woods might be best so we aren’t seen.

Syrna says:
::nods:: OPS: Our minds think along similar lines.

D`von says:
::smiles::

Syrna says:
::pulls her tricorder out of the satchel and starts scanning:: OPS: Quickly now. The further away from this clearing we are, the less likely we are to be detected.

D`von says:
::runs with Syrna:: CSO: Is there anything in the area that might hide our life signs?

Syrna says:
::starts moving towards the city in pace with him:: OPS: No. It is just forest.

D`von says:
CSO: Then I suggest we make it to the city as fast as possible

Syrna says:
OPS: Agreed.

Host Brett says:
Action: The CSO and OPS make their way through the woods for a couple of hours and arrive on the outskirts of the city, apparently undetected.

D`von says:
::runs through the forest with Syrna at his side, hoping that they have gone unnoticed::

D`von says:
CSO: Well we made it

Syrna says:
OPS: So it would appear.

Syrna says:
::enters the town and looks for the nearest street sign::

Host Brett says:
Action: The city is coming to life as its people begin their day.  Tegedaarans walk the streets and among them, here and there, the occasional Romulan soldier patrols.

D`von says:
CSO: Do you have that address

Syrna says:
OPS: I do.

D`von says:
::walks with her to the nearest street sign::  CSO: So which way?

Syrna says:
::pulls it out of her satchel, along with a Tegedaaran alphabet:: OPS: Flynn gave this to me on our way out.

Syrna says:
::tries to read the sign::

Syrna says:
OPS: This is not the street we are looking for. Do you think we should return to Kes Nardin's shop or ask one of the merchants in the market where this address is?

D`von says:
CSO: Lets try the shop, at least their we know of the surroundings and we have at least know Kes name

Syrna says:
::follows the signs back to the main market, then finds the street that took them to Kes' shop::

Host Brett says:
Action: As the two approach, they see Kes-Nardin opening his shop for the day.

Syrna says:
Kes: Greetings.

D`von says:
::smiles at Kes::

Host Kes_Nardin says:
::Turns from opening his door and is at first startled, then composes himself.::  CSO: Oh!  I did not recognize you Honored Customers.  I am sorry but I have such a hard time with Romulan faces.  ::Smiles::  What can I help you with?  ::Looks suddenly concerned::  Oh!  Is there a problem with the cloak?

Syrna says:
Kes: No! It is beautiful. I am saving it for a special occasion. I was wondering if you could direct me to this address. ::has pre-folded the paper to show only the address and shows it to him::

D`von says:
::waits for Kes to look at the paper::

Host Kes_Nardin says:
::Studies the address for a few moments then looks up at the streets as if to get a bearing::  CSO:  This is near the apothecary.  Ah!  I bet you are friends of his yes?  This must be his home.  Well, you go down here  ::points::  Make a right turn.  Go three blocks then make a left turn.  Go one block then you will see the street.

Syrna says:
::nods:: Kes: Thank you. ::turns to follow his directions, glad the locals don't have communicators::

Host Kes_Nardin says:
::Calls after them::  CSO: Tell Honored One Tomolok I send my greetings.  ::Waves::

Syrna says:
::turns back and nods, then continues on::

Syrna says:
::walks down the road, makes the right where he suggested, starts to walk the thee blocks::

Syrna says:
OPS: I suppose this time we should just see if he is here if we can. And then perhaps contact the ship. Do you think it is time one of us blended in with the locals? ::referring to her robe in her satchel::

D`von says:
CSO: Do you think we should risk contacting the ship, after we saw that patrol ship going after them?

Syrna says:
OPS: It is a risk. I was also thinking that if we do, it should be away from the domicile we are about to observe.

D`von says:
CSO: I would only contact the ship if we had no other choice, but if you believe we need to then yes it needs to be away from were we are going

Syrna says:
::makes the left turn after going three blocks, turns to look down the next street::

Host Brett says:
INFO: The street appears unthreatening, only a handful of Tegedaarans are using it.

Syrna says:
::turns down it and walks the block, pulls out the address, and the alphabet to compare numbers::

Syrna says:
::arrives at the intersection, looks around::

D`von says:
::follows along with Syrna::

D`von says:
CSO: I am assuming the numbers go in order

Syrna says:
OPS: I am thinking the same.

Syrna says:
::starts walking the way she thinks will take them to the numerical address,  a little more slowly as they get closer numerically::

D`von says:
::whispers:: CSO: Can you do a mental scan to see if he is around here?

Host Brett says:
INFO: The buildings appear to be tenement style housing with several floors and a common front door.  After half a block the two come to the building corresponding to the address

Syrna says:
::whispers back:: OPS: I could. But last time... he was blocking. I do not know how successful I would be.

Syrna says:
::walks in the common area, wondering if there is a directory::

Syrna says:
::looks around at the numbers on the doors, to see if she can tell  what apartment he might be in ::

D`von says:
::looks around the room::

Syrna says:
::finds a consistent numbering convention::

Syrna says:
OPS: It looks like he is upstairs.

Syrna says:
::sees the stairs and starts walking up them::

D`von says:
CSO: Do you think we should go up again or did you have thing in mind so we won't scare him off again

Syrna says:
::whispers:: OPS: I do not plan to knock on his door.... but I think I should be close to determine if he is in his room. Unfortunately he may detect my presence if I scan for him.

D`von says:
::nods in agreement::

Syrna says:
::approaches the door, quietly, leans in to see if she can hear any noise beyond the door::

D`von says:
::stands back a ways so Syrna will be able to listen, and also so he isn't heard either::

Syrna says:
::whispers:: OPS: I hear two voices. One could be him. ::tries to listen more closely::

D`von says:
::nods at her, and keeps an eye out for anyone that might be coming there way::

Host Brett says:
Action: As the CSO leans in, she recognizes the voices as those belonging to the Tegedaaran boy from the Apothecary shop, and the other voice also heard there.

Host Brett says:
<Boy> I wish you would reconsider.  How do you know they won't turn you in?

Host Brett says:
<Voice> I don't.  But now that they have found me I am no longer safe.  And neither are you.  ::Sounds affectionate, as a father:: Go to your cousin's house in the south.

Host Brett says:
<Boy> I will do as you say Uncle.  But...I will miss you.

Host Brett says:
<Voice> And I you, Vash.

Syrna says:
::looks at D'von, points to back away from the door:: ~~~OPS: One is leaving....~~~ ::backs away from the door on the other side of it::

Host Brett says:
Action: The board under the CSO’s foot creaks as she shifts her position.  There is a sudden silence from inside the room.

Host Brett says:
<<<<Pause Mission>>>>