Host Tim says:
<<<Resume Mission; The Search>>>

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::looks over at Mackie and then back down the trail:: CO: That must have been quite a landslide, just look at the rubble down there.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::A glint near the slide, catches her eye and she stops her horse, motioning to the others to stop as well.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::brings her horse up beside Mauro::  CO:  Dismount and have a careful look around?

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Turns to McCann, "Crime Scene". He nods and dismounts helping her to secure both horses as she climbs down.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::gets down off her horse and examines the ground:: All: Rain washed away any tracks.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Nods to the FCO and CO:: FCO/CO: rough business this.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::looks at the scenario::  FCO:  So that seems.  ::looks at the XO::  XO:  Have you found anything?

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::McCann takes a few pictures of the scene. Then Harker picks up part of a PADD.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::swings her leg over the saddle and lands on the ground, leading her horse over to a tree to tie them up::  CO:  Not yet.  We were waiting for you.  ::starts to walk near the landslide::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
All: Someone from the Dublin was here and I'm willing to bet it was Mia. McCann scan for blood.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::stands again and looks farther down the trail:: All: There's a village over there. ::points::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
<McCann>::Nodding changes the settings on his tricorder and scans the area.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
CTO: How can you tell?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::dismounts and holds the rein::  XO:  Then let's take a good look.

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::pushes on a rock and pulls a PADD out from under it.  It's Mia's.  ::really starts to worry and gets her tricorder out to scan the rock slide area::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Holds up the PADD Pieces.:: FCO: Just seems very likely Ma’am, she was to have supposed to have come this way, its possible she fell hence the damaged PADDs but there's no body.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CTO:  Indeed, I can actually see Mia sliding down the groove.  ::analyzes the area::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
All: Perhaps she was injured and someone took to that village for medical help.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
FCO:  I concur.  ::looks at the village::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
FCO/CO: one moment.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
FCO/CO: I sent a team ahead into town we can check with them if they've found anything.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
FCO/CO: Though if they did they should of reported back by now....

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
CO:  No life signs, sir...and no sign of human DNA in the slide either.  It seems Mia was here, but not anymore.  ::looks toward the village:: Maybe someone took her in to care for her wounds?  I don't see her horse.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
All:  Find all piece of evidence you can and let's head to that village.  A foreigner should be known the village's news.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Puzzled she looks toward the village.::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
CO: Yes Sir.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CTO:  Let me see these PADDs.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
<McCann> All: There's some blood here but not a fatal amount.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::kicks some debris to the side and looks for anything else::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::She nods to McCann and hands the PADD Pieces to the Captain.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::goes back up to her saddle pack and pulls out the PADD she brought and goes back down:: CO:  Captain?  I have a picture of Mia on this.  ::shows him the PADD::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
All:  We can show this around in the village.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
All: Then if we're set we should get moving. If you all are ready.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::grabs the PADDs and takes a good look::  XO/CTO:  I don't like this.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
CO: Neither do I Sir, neither do I....

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::pats her horse's neck: All: I'm ready, there's nothing else here.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
XO:  Good idea.  ::glance at the village::  All:  Let's move!

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
<McCann> CTO: All the evidence is secure ma’am.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
McCann: Righto, lets go then.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::As she climbs wearily on her mount.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::puts her foot in the stirrup and lifts herself into the saddle again::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::mounts on his horse and slightly shakes the rein::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::McCann quickly follows suit.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::says as an aside to the captain, quietly:: CO: I did sense Mia, if you'll remember.  She's still alive...but I just don't know where.  If she's in the village I'll sense her more strongly.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::presses on the horse's sides and moves forward::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::feels the winds blowing on his face::  XO:  Keep this link, Commander.  Keep it.

Host Tim says:
ACTION: AFTER RIDING FOR AN HOUR THE CAPTAIN AND PARTY ENTER THE VILLAGE

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::slows down her horse as they enter the village::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::takes his horse into the village area, slowly::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::A Security man in native garb comes up to Harker, she leans down to whisper to him, he replies and walks off...::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
All: The security team here hasn't found out anything of use.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CTO:  This is not encouraging.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
CO: Yes Sir.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::thinks to self, "I am aware of that...this is not the news I hoped.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::dismounts again and pulls the PADD out, stopping one of the villagers:: Villager:  Have you seen this girl?  ::shows them the picture::  Is there some place that important men congregate to talk?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
All:  Very well.  Let's dismount here and leave the horses.  ::dismounts::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Follows suit, gratefully.::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::McCann Jumps off, stepping next to Harker.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CTO:  Have a Security officer to take care of our horses.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::dismounts and holds the reins loosely::

Host Tim says:
<Villager> ::Looks at the picture and shake head negatively:: XO: Can't say they're important but most meet in the pub sometime or another.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::listens to the villager, glances at his wife::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::She whispers to McCann who waves over the advanced security team of three members, two stay with the horses the other joins the group near the captain.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::a little surprised::  Villager:  Only one pub?  Which way?

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::hands the reins to the security officer::

Host Tim says:
<Villager> ::waves down the street:: XO: Just the one... Luke's... on the left.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
XO:  Seems to me it is the perfect place to start.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::The other security officer takes a spot near the captain at Harker’s urging.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::heads down the street:: All: You coming?

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::nods her head and looks in the direction he indicated::  Villager: Thank you.  Maybe it will help.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
FCO: Lead on ma’am.

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::turns to Mauro::  CO: Yes, it should be our best bet.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::follows Cassie::  FCO:  On our way, Ma'am.

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
:: walks toward Luke's::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::walks along looking for a building that looks like a pub called Luke's::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Harker and her two security officers follow the FCO.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CTO:  Keep your eyes open, Lieutenant.

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::says quietly to Mauro::  CO: I don't think Mia is here...I don't sense her any better.  ::looks worried::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
CO: Yes Sir.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::The three security officers spread out, keeping hands near their weapons as they visually scan the area.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
XO:  Are you sure?  You said you were picking up something that resembled with Mia, but you were not completely sure about.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::points up:: All: I think this is the place.

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
CO:  I'm sure.  No, I meant it was Mia...something about her is odd though.  She isn't 'feeling' like herself.  ::feels frustrated she can't explain better and shrugs::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::notices the security officer's movements::  CTO:  Have them walking more relaxed, lieutenant....  this way we're seeming too threatening.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Not happy about it, nods to the CO and motions to her people. Their stance relaxes.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::stands by the door:: CTO: Care to check it out first?

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Neither of them look happy about it either.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
FCO:  Let me enter first.  ::looks at the others and opens the pub's doors, stepping inside::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
FCO: Yes Ma’am.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Just beats the FCO inside.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::motions to the CTO to wait a bit as he takes a good look::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::waits a second until the captain enters::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Looks around inside the pub.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::waits outside::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: AS THE CO ENTERS ALL CONVERSATION STOPS AS THE CUSTOMERS TURN TO LOOK AT THE STRANGER

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::thinks to self, "I am not letting any senior offices enter an unknown if I can help it.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::looks around and realizes the sudden silence::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::She is at the CO's Shoulder, she motions for the other two security to stay outside.::

Host Luke says:
::Standing behind the bar polishing a glass::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::whispers to his crew::  All:  Come...  ::and then slowly walks towards the bar::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::frowns as she hears the usual hubbub go quiet::

Host Luke says:
::has what could be described as a smile on his face.... if you were generous describing it.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::walks into the bar, holding the PADD under her arm and looks around at the men there::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Her face is a mask as she walks up with the captain and others. The two security, milling around outside.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::steps inside and smiles to the patrons as she passes::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: CONVERSATION RESUMES WITH FURTIVE GLANCES AT THE PARTY

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::looks at the bartender::  Luke:  Hi!  ::forces a smile::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::steps up behind the Captain but remains quiet::

Host Luke says:
::Nods at the stranger:: CO: Hello stranger.  Name is Luke.  ::looks at the party:: Something I can do for you?

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
:: moves over to one of the tables and clears her throat, then holds the PADD out so they can all see:: Table people:  Have any of you seen this person?

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Follows the FCO's example on the CO's other side.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
XO/FCO/CTO:  Anyone thirsty?

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Shakes her head.::

Host Tim says:
ACTION: THOUGH CURIOUS NONE OF THE CUSTOMERS INDICATE THEY'VE SEEN THE PERSON IN THE PICTURE.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
Luke: Saspirilla..

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::notices the XO is moving very very fast and analyzes the people's reactions::

Host Luke says:
::Frowns at the FCO:: FCO: Saspirilla?

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Is very eager to find Mia and tries to curb her impatience.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::turns to look at the captain and then hears Cassie::  CO:  I'll take what she's having...

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::indicates Cassie::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
Luke: Well what do you have for a lady then?

Host Luke says:
::Looks back and forth between XO and FCO quizzically::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Is barely containing herself from bouncing on the balls of her feet.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::feels a little discouraged and continues to other tables to ask and show Mia's picture::

Host Luke says:
FCO: Some to cut the dust or feel good?

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
Luke: Just cutting the trail dust this trip. ::smiles::

Host Luke says:
::Nods:: FCO/XO: Some whamg then

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Luke:  Do you have any bourbon?

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::looks at Luke::  Luke:  No, just something to wash the dust out of my mouth.

Host Luke says:
::serves them both a cold green colored drink in a clear glass::

Host Luke says:
CO: Bourbon... something potent?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
XO:  Any luck, Tessa?  ::prefers not to address with ranks::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::looks at the green stuff and smells it before taking a small sip::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
CO:  I'm afraid not, captain.  ::looks even more disappointed::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
FCO/CO: Perhaps the outlaying farms might have a clue?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Luke:  Sure!  ::looks at the costumers::

Host Luke says:
::Looks over the CO's shoulder at the PADD being shown around:: CO: What's up?

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::comes up to the bar to wait for her drink::  Luke:  You wouldn't have seen this girl, would you?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Luke:  Well... we are looking for this young lady.

Host Luke says:
::Looks at the PADD and shakes head:: CO: Sorry, haven't seen her.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::watches the other customers closely but continues to sip her drink::

Host Luke says:
::Hears the Auld Gaffer cough and make noise with his foot stool::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Thinks to self, "Don't make me have to tear this planet apart" she thinks, frustrated.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Luke:  Not even heard anything about a wounded lady receiving medical care by the vicinities?

Host Luke says:
CO: Sorry no. :: Looks hard at the Gaffer::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::turns toward the old man and walks over to him, holding the PADD out to him:: Gaffer:  Have you seen this girl?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::notices the bartender gazing at the man near the fireplace, looks at him too::

Host Luke says:
::Jerks his chin toward the Gaffer:: CO: I think he wants to talk to you.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Follows Luke’s gaze.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::nods and follows the XO::  Luke: Thank you.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::decides to let the Captain handle this one and sips her drink some more::

Host Auld Gaffer says:
::Squints at the PADD:: XO: Nope.. :: sips his ale and leans back in the chair::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::Moves foot stool to get his feet under the thin blanket::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::straightens back up and looks at the captain, shaking her head sadly::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::Clears throat and looks at XO::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Gaffer:  Good afternoon, sir.  ::looks at the XO::  XO:  It's okay, Tessa, let me talk to him for a moment...  alone.

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::looks from the old man to the captain and takes a few steps back::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::Puffs on his pipe then takes a sip of ale::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::nods and steps back but keeps an eye on the two of them.::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Whispers to Tessa.:: Tessa: Anything?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::looks back at the old man::  Gaffe:  I heard you wanted to speak to me.  May I know what is the issue?

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::whispers back, frustration in her voice:: CTO:  No, not any recognition from anyone.

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::Looks across the room at Luke; then back at the Captain:: CO: Don't think we've seen a girl...

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
CO: But there was a feller here talking about Rever's niece.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Whispers.:: XO: well thanks for trying Ma’am.

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
<Luke>:: Purses lips and shakes head::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Gaffer:  Who is Rever?  And what is that about his niece?  ::listens carefully::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Her ears are attuned to the Gaffer’s every word.::

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::listens and wonders why he would mention her::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
Luke: :: more loudly:: You remember him... that co-op feller.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::finishes her drink and walks over to Tessa:: XO: Ever heard of this Rever?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::glances at Luke::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::turns to Captain:: CO: It's like this... Rever ain't got no niece.

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
CO: No family alive at all.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Instantly her mind grasps the importance.:: XO: I'll get the horses.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::immediately realizes the situation::  Gaffe::  Very well.  Where can I find this man?

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::immediately perks up::  Gaffer: What?  ::looks at the captain:: CO:  Sorry, sir....

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
<Luke>::Nods head in agreement. ::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::Puffs on pipe and closes eyes in thought::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::She leaves and orders the four security personnel to bring the horses near the pub.::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
CO: Go West... about day's ride...

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::opens eyes::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::leans around his tall back chair and looks out the window::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::turns to Luke and tosses him some coins:: Luke: Thanks for the drink. It really wet my whistle.

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Gaffer:  Thank you sir!  You have no idea how much this means to us... ::smiles at him::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
<Luke>FCO: You're welcome ma'am.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Gaffe:  Thank you sir.  ::looks serious to the old man and nods::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Is waiting outside on her mount, the other security mounted and holding onto the reins.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
All:  Let's go.  ::leaves the pub::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::Turns back to face the Captain:: CO: Welcome youngen... be careful.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::heads to the door and steps outside::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Mulls over the only lead in the case as she waits for the others.::

Host Auld_Gaffer says:
::Talks to fire place:: Self: Old Rever don't like strangers.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::listens to the old man last words and can't tell if he feels good or bad about this::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Self:  If that man harmed Mia of any way.......

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::looks at the captain, worried:: CO:  Sir, if this Rever has Mia and is lying about it...

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Thinks to self, "if Mia is hurt in anyway..."::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
All:  Before we leave, make sure the horses are fed.  Also check your own supplies.

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
:;wishes they could dispense with the horses and just take a shuttle and twenty security::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
CO: Maybe you should go visit this Rever alone Mackie. We can stay out of sight.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
<McCann>CO: Fed the horses while you were inside Sir, and we restocked on water and the like.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::grabs his horse reins::  FCO:  Maybe...

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Thinks to self, "yeah and maybe we should just stun him and look around." but that thought was quickly squashed she needed to keep her mind clear for the upcoming events.::

Host Tim says:
<<<Pause Mission>>>

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