Host FM_Selan says:
U.S.S. Elara Stardate 10206.09 "Dominique" Episode Two
 
Cast of Characters
Terry Imrie as Commander Joseph Timrok [CTO]
Lilia Perfeito as Commander Alexandra Gomes [CSO]
Eldad Ben-Tovim as Commander Maor [CIV]
Linda Davis as Lieutenant Commander Jan Zaris [CMO] 

Michael Jones as Dominique, Captain David Harison [Respectively], Nesruk, Starfleet
			Security, Bartender, the Andorian & Sarah

Guest Starring

David Foley as Desmond Maylen

And Re-Introducing …

Karen Barkas as Lieutenant Kezia Pazoski [CNS]

Host FM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Resume Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::has changed from the bikini into a long green dress. Walks up to the bar she was in earlier, still wondering what she is doing here::

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: Captain Harison lays at the feet of the Vanmanoi known as Dominique and a large Andorian. Harison has drawn a blade ... apparently ready to use it.

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::left the bar and heads for the beach in the dark.. with a bottle of saurian brandy in one hand::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Her pale face illuminated in the little moonlight which is let through the boarded up windows:: CO: Captain, Captain ... don't you remember the last time we all met ... blades really weren't that effective ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::notices the CMO exiting the bar:: CMO: Hey Jan, go easy with the brandy .... you'll be sorry in the morning

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Sits down at one of the stools near the bar, he nurses a drink as he glances idly at the menu in front of him::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Sits beside the CIV:: CIV: What is that? ::Gestures to the CIV's "black hole"::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::in a dark red dress, she wanders down the street, glad to have a couple of minutes to herself::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
CSO: thanks Alex.. but I'll just go find a med kit.. after all that’s what i do right? ::grins weakly and goes on::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::shrugs:: Self: Well, I suppose one night won't kill her ... I hope

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: More people crowd the streets ... but Kezia Pazoski, apparently returning to her friends in the Elara crew, stands out amongst them in her amazing red dress.

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::walks away from the bar.. the lights.. the crowd.. everything.. time to think.. plan.. regret.. walks down to the swallow pool she was at earlier that night::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::sitting against a palm tree gazing up at the night sky & the orbiting lights of the Elara & her Berth::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances away from the menu, he glances down at his drink and then at Nesruk:: Nesruk: Black hole. A Ferengi drink. ::Smirks for a moment:: You should try it.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::enters the bar and looks curiously at Maor. Spots a seat away from him but close enough to observe::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
Self: Okay now to check the bars if nothing else I should find Maor. 

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> ::Comes around the tree:: CTO: Penny for your thoughts?

Desmond_Maylen says:
::walks along the beach in the pale darkness, walking in sandals at the edge of the waterline, watching as every now and then there is a burst of light from his feet as they strike the water::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Grits his teeth:: Dominique: I'll take what I can get ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::looks around at the faces on the street, her mind spinning slightly::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Eyebrows raise:: CIV: A ... Ferengi drink?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::notices she is getting hungry and orders a dish of local food, not really sure what to expect::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::takes a drink form the bottle and chokes.. gasping.. and then keeps walking::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Andorian> ::Prepares to remove the blade from Harison's hand::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Grins at his response, he gestures towards the bartender and points at his drink:: Nesruk: Trust me.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Raises her hand:: Andorian: No ... don't bother.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::she pauses standing still in the crowd, just looking thoughtful::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::The same one who had been staring at the CTO & CSO earlier. Gets a second "black hole"::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::looks at the sand as she walks.. takes another drink,.. her stomach starting to hurt::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Somewhat aching in pain, he stands up:: Dominique: Is he one of your victims?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::begins to eat a pink sandwich one of the waiters gave her. She takes a bite and finds the flavor ... interesting::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::walks further along the waterline at the beach, beginning to notice an odd presence closing slowly on his direction from behind, he turns and pauses::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Looks at the Andorian:: CO: No ... I haven't bitten him yet. The same goes for the Ferengi. They're ... wannabes. People with no hope ... no future ... who have a taste for death ... and everlasting life. They've come to service me. One day I'll grant their wish ...

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::takes another drink from the bottle and stumbles.. dropping the bottle into the ocean.. stands there and looks at it sink into the dark::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::continues on through the street not entirely sure who or what she is looking for now::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances around for a moment, he spots the CSO and sighs. With a quick look around he tries to find someone, after a few moments he gives up. Raising his voice a bit higher he call for the CSO:: CSO: You know, you can join us if you wish. ::Gestures towards the stool next to him::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Takes the "black hole" and drinks it::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> Dominique: A ... "taste for death"?

Desmond_Maylen says:
::he starts to walk down the other way on the beach, and quickly determines who it is... unsurprisingly, although she seems a little tipsy::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::frowns at Maor's request wondering if there is a catch. But curiosity gets the best of her. She takes her sandwich and walks to the empty stall::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::looks around to see the voice:: Sarah: oh hey there...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::facing the bar, she waits outside for a moment confirming she found the right place::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> ::Smiles at the taller Vulcan::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances back from the CSO, he studies the drink Nesruk got and raises an eyebrow:: Nesruk: What is that?

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::sits down in the water looking for the bottle::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Slinks toward the Captain ... like a cat to her prey:: CO: Yes ... they yearn for something beyond normal life.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::enters the bar walks along behind Maor and Alex nods to the Ferengi:: CIV/CSO: Would you have any objections to me joining you? ::smiles::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: just trying to figure out life, the universe, everything really

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> CIV: You called it a ... "black hole." ::Smiles somewhat, and the CIV sees a peculiar red on Nesruk's teeth from the drink::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::walks to stand directly over the crouched form on the beach:: CMO: I don't think you're going to find it....

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> ::Nods:: CTO: I see ... you said that a little while back. Is this about the alien that took your form?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV: You almost drink as much as the CTO ... Nesruk: Hello, I am Alexandra

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> CSO: I am Nesruk. A pleasure to meet you.

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::find it and picks it up.. full of sand and sea water.. pour it out with a shrug and then tosses it onto the beach behind her.. :: Des: oh well it's ah gone any who.. ::turns and looks at the voice.. which is attached to a slightly fuzz form::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Raises his blade ... something "twitching" at the back of his mind about the comment about "yearning for something more than life"::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Stops and smiles:: Captain Harison: Would you put that down?

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::smiles:: Sarah: oh i see, im repeating myself now ::joking::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> Dominique: I don't think so.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::looks up at the CNS as she arrives:: CNS: Oh hi Kezia, I'm so glad to see you. I'm sorry you couldn't attend my party ...

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Frowns:: Nesruk: That's not a black hole.. ::Gestures towards the bartender to come here. Hearing a voice being him he turns around and pauses in shock:: CNS: W-hat?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> ::Laughs:: CTO: I'm sorry ... but am I right? Is that what you're thinking about?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Somewhat glares at the CIV's statement, and glances at the Bartender who approaches::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::nods to Nesruk and sits near Maor, motions Kezia to seat in another empty seat::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::A weird eerie voice:: CIV: Yesss?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: My apologies, lets hope there will be many more I can attend. ::smiles taking a seat:: CIV: Maor good to see you again.

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: that’s part of it i guess

Desmond_Maylen says:
::crouches down next to her and looks, as best he can, into her watery eyes:: CMO: Come on, Jan, let's get you out of the water... ::offers his hand::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::smiles:: CNS: Certainly there will

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::takes the offer and gets up::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: guess ya didn't go home huh?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances back at the sound of the Bartender:: Bartender: What did you give him to drink? ::Nods towards Nesruk::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::leads her up the beach to an area where she can sit down, smiles slightly at her question:: CMO: No, I guess I didn't... needed to clear my head a little.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: How are you liking this shore leave on Andor?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: Glad to hear it and no lets say the best option for me was to return. ::pauses:: But something does not feel entirely right again.

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: mine hurts..

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Well, we were all changed by what happened to the Elara, in one way or another

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> CIV: What you ordered ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::nods to the CSO::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::takes a sip of her glass of water:: CNS: I personally am tired of shore leave.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Frowns:: Bartender: That's not what I ordered, I ordered an Black Hole. Does this look like a Black Hole?

Desmond_Maylen says:
::smiles again, this time sympathetic:: CMO: Yes, I can feel that... what convinced you to go and get drunk off saurian brandy, of all things.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> CIV: Yesss.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::looks cautiously around the room, then returns her gaze to the CSO:: CSO: Well we either get to much of it or not enough of it, or so it seems.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Raises an eyebrow:: Bartender: Are you insane, or what?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Raises hands:: CO: Fine, be that way. I must say ... I'm puzzled though ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Are you alright? you seam to be looking for something?

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: i was in a bad mood? ::looks up at him:; was all the bartender would give me in a bottle.. I dropped it anyway.. ::sniffs::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Eyes Dominique, trying to "sense" any others in the area:: Dominique: ... and why is that.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: Another one of those things I would love to be able to explain. ::shifts in her chair:: 

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Paces a little, then turns back to the CO:: CO: I sent out my ... minions to find those who looked as though they were missing something in their lives ... as if they needed something more ... I certainly did not expect anyone to bring back you.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::looks over to the bartender::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::frowns looking around:: CNS: I hate unexplained things ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::Looks at Nesruk, then does not answer and turns away::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Sips some more of his drink, a little bit going down his chin::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::thinks:: CNS: Well, now that I think of it, I haven't seen the captain in a while. He was at this bar talking to a Ferengi. But I'm sure everything is alright ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Breaths a little harder:: Dominique: What's your point ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::takes another sip of her walking thinking

Desmond_Maylen says:
::looks back at her and just shakes his head:: CMO: Well, I think you've pretty well had your fill tonight anyway... and why were you in a bad mood, you seemed fine a few hours ago?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: He was? Why do I not feel comfortable with that?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Raises from his chair, he frowns and glances around:: Bartender: Where do you think you're go-- ::Pauses, he narrows his eyes and turns towards Nesruk:: Nesruk: Why did you..?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Looks up at the CIV:: CIV: Why did I what?

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::takes a hand full of sand and lets it slip thru her fingers:: Des: few hours?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> CTO: And the rest?

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: i do wonder sometimes, what if they took away the wrong one - what if the person you are speaking to is really the Alien

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
Nesruk: Why did you take another drink from that thing? ::Frowns:: What is that anyway?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> CTO: I believe we would have determined that by now. Do you always worry about the security of the ship?

Desmond_Maylen says:
CMO: When I ran into you at the restaurant, remember?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> CIV: Something good I suppose ... otherwise I wouldn't be drinking it.

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: that was.. days ago.. really..

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::glances at Maor and then turns to Kezia:: CNS: He is probably just getting to know some people ... I haven't seen the XO either. He was swimming ... and not doing a very good job at it

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::chuckles:: CSO:I guess, so would you care for a drink, I'm going to try and get one before Maor drives the bartender away?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Frowns:: CNS, CSO, Nesruk: What is it with this bartender anyway?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Begins to walk back toward the CO:: CO: Starfleet Officers generally have it ... all together. So what exactly could you be missing from your life, eh? ::Comes to within a foot's distance of Harison:: Going to stab me?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: No drinks for me ... not after my party ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Gulps down the rest of his drink:: CIV: Nothing seems wrong to me ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV: He met you

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Stares into Dominique's eyes and says nothing::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::blinks:: CMO: I suppose it has been... ::chides himself:: I guess I just lost track of time... ::drifts off the end of that sentence::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: If you sense anything else let me know. I brought my tricorder ::signals her purse::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::looks up at Des before falling backwards in a stupor::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::thinks:: Sarah: maybe, that’s not my point though

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
CSO: How very amusing. If you'll excuse me? ::Walks away for a moment::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Steps closer to the CO and then licks the side of Harison's face. He winces and takes a step back quickly ... but not that far though::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::chuckles:: CSO: Alright then, that’s a good thought, but I am not sure what to look for.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> CTO: I'm sorry ... what is your point?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Practically growls out:: Dominique: What are you doing?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS:I think I hurt him ::points to the CIV::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Tilts her head, pondering something:: CO: Hmmm ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::nods and turns around:: CIV: Maor.

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: we are all expendable, if i wasnt here -someone else would do my job & things would go on as usual

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV: Maor, would you please return to your seat?

Desmond_Maylen says:
::reaches behind her and lifts her to a sitting position, supporting her:: CMO: I think we should get you someplace where you can lay down...

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: here is good.. really

Desmond_Maylen says:
CMO: I'm sure you think so, but somehow I doubt you want to wake up, up to your neck in sand.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> CTO: Bull. We all serve our purpose ... sure someone could be here to do your job ... but that doesn't mean they would do it better than you have! You've protected the crew numerous times ... you got your friends through the battle with the Bellicose alive!

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Ok, I think I'll shut up for the rest of the evening. I don't even know why I said that!

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> Dominique: "Hmmm" what?

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: oh.. well yeah.. where do you suggest?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Goes back to his stool, he glances at the CSO and frowns:: CSO: What? I was going to find the bartender..

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Steps over and begins to walk around the CO, looking him up and down. This time he does not move to avoid her:: CO: Tell me Captain ... tell me, David ... ::Comes behind him and wraps her arms around him gently:: Have you been dead recently?

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: i used to think Starfleet was the most important thing, but now... it doesn’t seem so important ::picks up some sand & lets it pour through his fingers::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::smiles to Maor returning:: CSO: Oh I do not think that's really needed, :;pauses and then looks thoughtful again:: The Ferengi, do you know of any Ferengi friends that our CO has? 

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Surprised by the question:: Dominique: What the hell are you talking about?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::raises an eyebrow:: CIV: Let him be, he is probably just in a bad mood. Or you really think there is something suspicious about him?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances at Nesruk again, he narrows his eyes in thought and sighs:: Nesruk: Are you okay? You seem a bit.. Hrm.. Odd?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS:I never heard of any, I think the Captain met him here tonight

Desmond_Maylen says:
CMO: Well I still have the key for that place in town, it's close by, I can take you there to sleep this off.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::nods to the CSO and turns to Maor:: Maor: If I may i'll go and get your drink for you? Are you sure you do not even want some fruit juice?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Smiles and lets go:: Captain Harison: You taste like death ... you practically reek of it. If I didn't know who you are ... if I couldn't hear you heart beat ... I would have said you're the walking dead ... but you're not. Weird.

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: yeah ok.. ::leans over the other direction and gets sick in the sand::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Hmm, now that you mention fruit, I'm in the mood for something sweet

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Shakes his head at the CNS, he glances back at the bar for a moment and sighs:: CNS: I only had half a drink.. Why do you people keep assuming the worse of me? ::Sighs::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::brushes the sand from his hands:: Sarah: anyway, that will be a penny please ::smiles::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV: Oh its not just you. We tend to assume the worse of everyone

Desmond_Maylen says:
::holds onto her so she doesn't fall over and looks to the sky, waiting for her to finish::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
Maor: Well I never thought anything of it, merely getting them for the CSO and I. ::nods to the CSO and gets up to look for the bartender::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> ::Laughs:: CTO: Have you thought of other career choices?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS/CIV: I just want this shore leave to end ASAP!

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::chokes:: Des: remind me not to do that again.. eehhh.. ::tries to get up.. :: I need a drink.. waters good

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Pushes her away:: Dominique: I don't know what sort of game you're playing ... but it's over ... now. ::Begins to stalk to the door ... a part of him not wanting to leave though::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Glances at her Andorian "slave"::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::helps her to her feet and holds her so she doesn't fall:: CMO: Yes, I'll get you some when we get to my place... that and some detox...

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
CSO: Yeah, whatever. ::Turns back to his drink::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Andorian> ::Stands in Harison's way::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: no not really, I’ve never really did anything else

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::spies the bartender:: Bartender: Any chance of a drink please, well three to be exact.

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: sounds good.. :;walks with Des::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Was sharing a look with the Bartender, turns back to the CIV:: CIV: No ... I'm fine. But I must be going ... it was nice meeting you, Maor. ::Stands to leave::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> CNS: Yesss ... what would you likesss?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::shrugs:: CNS: I wonder how it will be back on the ship. Will we still be able to work together. With half the crew dead and the other half retired or transferred?

Desmond_Maylen says:
::keeps Jan on a somewhat straight path as he walks her to his place:: CMO: Now, why don't you tell me about this bad mood...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
Bartender: Two fruit juices.....::looks around and points:: Over there would be nice.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Stops, and prepares to use his knife is necessary:: Dominique: Going to have your "minion" get out of my way ...

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: ahh maybe later when the planet comes out of warp.. ohh...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::looks to Nesruk then back to the CSO:: CSO: We have always managed somehow.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Tilts head:: CO: Davy ... why are you resisting? I can easily tell a part of you ... maybe all of you wants to be here ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::Goes to get the drinks::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::sighs:: CNS:I suppose. CIV/CNS:I hope the drinks come soon, my blood sugar content is too low

Desmond_Maylen says:
::looks over at her, can't help but smile:: CMO: Right... ::leads her down the street, catching a few supposedly knowing, although incorrect, glances::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Throws a cautious glance at the CIV as he exits::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> CTO: Being a Starfleet officer has always been what you wanted to be?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::watching Nesruk leave:: CIV: Who was that you were talking to?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV: Strange friend this Nesruk. Where did you come up with him?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CIV: Its probably none of my business I realize. 

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: yep, always, i wanted to see the universe

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
CSO, CNS: Hold on, not everyone at the same time.

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: ya know.. i didn't think you stayed..

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: After so long our personal lives have become an open book...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> CTO: Then what changed?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV: we are just curious .. and grateful if you will satisfy our curiosity

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances back at the exit, he frowns:: CSO, CNS: Something is wrong here, very wrong. Did you scan his drink?

Desmond_Maylen says:
::hesitates a little on the question:: CMO: Ah... well... the place is good to be alone, you know...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::giggles and nods to the CIV::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV: No but I can scan his glass. Where did he leave it?

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The dark red glass is still on the bar.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::shrugs:: CIV/CNS: At least it will give me something to do

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: yes.. it is.. 

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Gestures towards the bar::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Spins around:: Dominique: I don't want to be here.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::discreetly takes a science tricorder from her purse::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> CO: Then why did you come? Following a Ferengi into a dark house isn't exactly rule number one in "things to do if you're a Starfleet officer" y'know ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV: get it over here please

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: i realized what i was missing out on , being stuck in a starship all my life, tied to my duty

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::heads into the beach cabin and sits on a couch.. rather slumps there and just stares at the ceiling:: Des: it was all real.. i didn't dream it up.. non of it

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> CO: ... it's obvious you want to be here ... with me ... in the darkness.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::scans the glass and waits for the readings to come through::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Snaps:: Dominique: You're a murderer!

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods, he walks towards the bar and grabs the drink. Quickly, he returns it::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> CO: And that means what? How many baddies have you blown away with your phaser arrays, Davy?

Desmond_Maylen says:
::looks at her quizzically as he gets a glass of water and two detox tablets from the replicator, he hands them to her in order:: CMO: What was real?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::the readings get more definition as Maor approaches with the glass:: CIV: Thank you

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::frowns:: CIV/CNS: Well ...this is ... well ... blood

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::gets up:: CIV: Any more information about your friend?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> Dominique: That's different ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: As it is you I am not going to ask are you sure, who's blood?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV/CNS: Klingon blood, is it customary for you people to drink your own blood

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::takes the pills and sips at her water:: Des: all of it.. ::cries a bit:: all it was.. 

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods:: CSO, CNS: I'll be back ::Runs to the exit of the bar::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> CO: Is it really ... how about when you ordered the destruction of Starbase 666? After all ... all us Vanmanoi are just victims of some virus ... there has to be a cure after all, right? You didn't give us a chance ... you killed us all ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> Dominique: No ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: All I can't tell you is that it is pure real klingon blood. I'd have to run this DNA sequence through a database to find out who's ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::Heads after Maor:: CSO: Why do I think he is heading for trouble? Care to follow?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Now where did he go?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Yes!

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> CTO: So what would you like to do now?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: When we get the right equipment we can look into who. ::jogs after the CIV with the CSO::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::rushes after Maor::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::puts his arm around her to comfort, wondering what she's become so upset about... he listens to her thoughts a little closer, but they're in a jumble at the moment and not much good:: CMO: What is it, Jan?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Steps forward:: CO: Yes. You know I'm right ... maybe you enjoy the killing ... is that it? Is that's what missing in your life? You enjoy being a destroyer?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::looks around, chuckles:: CSO: Definitely this way.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Yes, I have all the data recorded

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::On the brink of rage:: Dominique: NO! ::Back-hands her with the hand which clenches his blade::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Falls back::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::nods at the CNS:: CNS: Klingons run fast ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Can be seen walking off the boardwalk, and down the same street the CO went::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Andorian> ::Leaps and grabs the CO, trying to beat him down::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::nods:: CSO: yes do we trust Maor to look after himself, The other option is the bar? after all did they not serve the drink?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::spots Nesruk in the distance and whispers to the CNS:: CNS: Our blood drinker seams to be over there ...

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Pauses for a movement, he studies the area before stopping completely. Glancing to his right he spots a familiar figure, with a frown he runs towards that direction::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::still following Maor::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: you know.. before Shane was born.. my father came to tell me he wasn't my father.. and Toni asked me to marry him and then married the CEO on the new ship i can't see because I’m a traitor to the federation.. but I was cleared.. but they all.. I don't even know if Maor was sent to find our is if I was a spy.. ::sniffs::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Uses his extensive Starfleet training, elbows the Andorian in the stomach, swings around and uppercuts him back. Spins around to deal with Dominique ... only to be lifted up and slammed against a wall::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: No, we must find him and then contact Starfleet, local security ... everyone

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::nods:: CSO: Ah yes I see and you are probably very right there. 

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::shakes his head:: i dont know what to do next, i wish i could go back in time and try again, do things differently

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Holds the CO up by his throat ... some dark, "tainted" blood trickling from her nose:: CO: You could have easily killed him right there ... instead you went for the hurt ... maybe I was wrong about you being a killer ... or not ... would you like to stab him? Maybe I just interrupted?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS:I wonder, was Nesruk the source of your odd feeling back there?

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Turns to his left, he enters the street where he saw Nesruk enter::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::listens to her, picking and cleaning the story in his mind:: CMO: I see... there's more, go on...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::watches Maor make the turn and points::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: It certainly felt better when he left. 

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Moving to the house where Dominique is ... not bothering to look back::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> Dominique: Get ... off ... of ... ME! ::Kicks her in the stomach as hard as possible and drops to the ground::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::nods:: CNS: So hopefully our mystery will be solved soon ...

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: and I was gonna retire.. but i can't.. and those nasty looking aliens want Shane back and Lin is missing.. and I just don't know any more..

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Grunts and falls back:: CO: Okay ... now my curiosity is piqued ... what exactly do you want, Davy? You came here for a reason ... what was it? I think I was right about you not being a killer ... you've had several opportunities now ... and you won't take them ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Rubs his throat::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::sees the distant figure enter a house, watches Maor close behind that figure::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: I do hope so, okay lets keep our distance a bit, I am not likely to lose Maor that easily and have a feeling running into things may not be the best option until we know what we are dealing with, anything showing that is unusual on the tricorder?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Enters Dominique's house, and stops:: Dominique: We might have a problem ...

Desmond_Maylen says:
::gives her a small squeeze, although he doesn't understand half of what she's saying, enough of it makes sense:: CMO: It's going to be all right, Jan...

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: The thing is my mum is dying & when that happens My Career will be all i have left in the Universe... that thought frightens the life out of me it really does

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Looks at Nesruk:: Nesruk: I'm busy right now ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Looks at the Klingon who just entered::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Agreed ::glances at her tricorder as she scans the house::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::cries more and sniffs.. looking at her water glass::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Slows down as he notices Nesruk enter, he curses and stops. With a quick look around he spots the CSO and CNS:: CNS, CSO: What are you doing here? ::He hisses the last part::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CIV: Making sure you do not run into a trap. 

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> ::A look of concern crosses her face:: CTO: I'm sorry about your mother ... I had no idea. Is there anything we can do for her?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CIV: And the CSO is trying to see if we can find anything out which could prepare us for any surprises. ::smiles to the CIV::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Frowns, he shakes his head and removes his phaser from his belt:: CNS: Can I then?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Looks at the Andorian on the ground:: Dominique: What's going on here?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::whispers:: CIV: Same thing as you CIV/CNS: There is one human life sign inside the house, along with and Andorian and a Ferengi. This is strange but I am getting 2 more anomalous readings that the tricorder can not identify

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> Nesruk: That's what I'd like to know ...

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::raises an eyebrow::

Desmond_Maylen says:
CMO: Drink up, it will help you feel better... ::takes his arm out from around her:: Let me get you a towel, you must be feeling rather damp at the moment... ::goes and grabs her a towel from a closet and wraps it around her shoulders, and another across her legs:: CMO: There.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CIV: Well I was only suggesting that caution does not harm as much as rushing into things but blasting them, well that is not always the solution.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Sighs:: CNS, CSO: Can you get the CTO here, please?

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: We?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::nods to Maor and taps her badge (which she gets from her purse):: *CTO*Gomes to Timrok

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: thanks.. maybe I should go with you back to Betazed..

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Taking rapid breaths:: Dominique: This ends now ... I'm not sure why I came here ... and I'm sure what you had to offer me isn't what I'm looking for anymore ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> CTO: Us ... me and the others ... the crew. ::Pauses as the CSO's comm. comes through::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Puzzled::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::here’s his badge bleep in his pocket:: self: damn!

Desmond_Maylen says:
::smiles at her:: CMO: And give up what you have here for someone you've only met three times, including this one...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> CO: Anymore ... oh ... ohhh. ::Giggles then laughs:: I get it now!

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV/CNS:I think we should find a way in

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Sighs:: CSO: We should contact the Captain too.

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::Takes out his badge:: *CSO* Go Ahead ::abruptly::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::nods:: CNS: Can you do that please?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
*CTO*We need your help at solving a mystery, please come to a house on the first street to the left after the bar

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: Certainly if nothing else it will surprise him.

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::Frowns::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Lets hope so ...

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Pauses:: *CTO*: Timrok, are you near anyone now?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::notices the CTO is taking time to answer:: *CTO*Its important

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
*CIV* Sarah is here, why?

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: I just don't know anymore.. 

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
*CO*:Pazoski to Harison, Captain could you join us please?

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Sarah: Duty beckons ::ironically:: *CSO*: im on my way

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> ::Smiles lightly:: CTO: Good luck.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
*CTO*: Never mind. Just bring reinforcements with you.

Desmond_Maylen says:
CMO: I know Jan... ::brushes a few strands of her hair back away from her face with his hand:: Why don't you stay here tonight... you can get a good rest... I don't snore. ::smiles slightly::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
*CIV* what’s the situation?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::A little surprised, but doesn't show it:: *CNS* Kezia ... glad to hear your voice again ... I can't really come right now ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CIV: Do we intend to storm a house which has only a handful of occupants?

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: yeah ok.. I think i will..

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: If the captain is listening he sure is taking time to answer...

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
CNS: Don't you think we should at least have some advantage here? They already know we're coming, we should have at least one advantage.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::looks puzzled::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV: I don't think Nesruk saw us

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CIV/CNS: What do you say we just find a way in?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
*CO*: Aye Sir, I shall contact you if the situation gets worse.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Smiling at the CO::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> *CNS* Right. ::Silently:: I think the situation just got worse.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: The captain is in there....::points to the house:: CSO: Can you check that?

Desmond_Maylen says:
::nods:: CMO: Good... well, you left a few of your things here anyway, so you can change if you want... they're in the first closet there. ::points:: I'll... ah... go in the other room.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
*CTO*: I doubt you'll believe me if I'll tell you. ::Pauses:: 

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::nods to Sarah & urns to leave::  Sara: if we dont return after an hour alert security in town, make sure there well armed

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::whispers:: CIV:/CNS: We definitely should go in, the captain is inside... they maybe listening to his com badge conversation

Host FM_Selan says:
<Sarah> ::A little concerned:: CTO: All right ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
*CO*: Understood. ::looks to Maor:: Can we get him out of their like ASAP? 

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: ok thanks.. ::gets up still a bit off.. and looks for the cloths he said was around.. can't find anything of hers.. just some stuff from the last people who rented.. replicates a medical jump suite and changes::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::Hot foots it to the location of the others, feeling a little concerned now::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: his com badge signal confirms he is inside ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: And he confirmed things just got worse.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CTO: Good of you to join us.

Desmond_Maylen says:
::waits in the other room until... ah... he comes around the corner just as she's finished:: CMO: Oh... the clothes aren't yours?

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: no but that’s ok

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::gulps:: CNS/CIV/CTO: Anyone have a weapon?

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::shakes her head::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> Dominique: I'm leaving ... and if you wish to retain whatever is left of your life ... then you'll stay out of my way ...

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: i need to get my head straightened out.. everything has just been so off.. I can't really explain why.. I feel like 2 different people anymore

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> CO: I think the question is, Captain ... do you wish to retain your life? And I don't mean that as a threat ...

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
Kezia: Kezia ::surprised. Shakes his head at the CSO:: CSO: what’s going on

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
:CNS/CIV/CTO: then we have to do this the hard way but we have to get the captain out soon

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Raises his phaser, he studies the building::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CTO: The Captain is trapped there ::points:: 

Desmond_Maylen says:
::walks over to her:: CMO: Because of what you told me in the restaurant? Yes... I can understand...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: Cant we contact anyone with a transporter? Is there anything which would stop us from just beaming him out?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CTO: At least we think he is ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Maybe but would they believe us?

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: yeah.. ::holds her head and sits back down::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CTO: He is definitely there. 

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: Half the Elara crew screaming for their CO to be saved then they check the comm badge signal they would have to believe us.

Desmond_Maylen says:
::sits next to her on the couch and looks over:: CMO: Well... take all the time you need, Jan.

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::leans on Des and yawns::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::contacts local security:: *Security* This is Starfleet Officer Commander Alexandra Gomes. We have reason to believe our Captain has been taken hostage. Could you please lock onto his badge and beam him out?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::sends the tricorder data over to them ::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::puts his arm around her and holds her:: CMO: Maybe we can... go through some kind of regression thing... try and find out what you're missing.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Starfleet R & D Security> *CSO* I'll have to speak to my superior, ma'am ... give me 15 minutes ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
*Security*In 15 minutes he may be dead!

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
All: im going to take a look. CIV: Keep me covered & stay out of sight

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: maybe.. after i get over this hang over.. ::yawns again::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
*Security*: We don't have 15 minutes, can we make that two minutes at most?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Starfleet R & D Security> *CSO* Ma'am, what exactly gives you indication that your CO has been taken hostage?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Let me try something else

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::nods::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
CTO: Yeah, sure.

Desmond_Maylen says:
::smiles and looks down at her:: CMO: Yes, for both our sakes...

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::walks up to the front of the house quietly & peeks into a window::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::Is suddenly behind the CIV:: CSO: I believe thisss is indication. ::Eyes turn black and fangs come out, lifts the CIV up and hurls him with frightening strength at the house::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
*Security* We spoke to him over com badge and he was obviously not being able to speak freely

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::smiles:: Des: you just don't want me tosses cookies on you.. 

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The CIV crashes into the CTO, sending both of them through the front door of the house.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Looks startled at the arrival of the CIV & CTO::

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::lands on the floor::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::gulps::*Security: We are under attack, I repeat we are under attack ::yells::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::Turns on the CSO & CNS::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Unsheathes Bat'leth and comes at the CIV::

Desmond_Maylen says:
CMO: Well now that you mention it... ::chuckles:: That and when you have a headache, you're not the only one who can feel it.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::runs::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::shakes her head:: CSO: That's not going to work! I have a horrible feel........::stops dead and runs to::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: oh?.. oh.. yeah sorry.. I'm not use to being this close or open to others liek me..

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Curses as he lands beside the CTO, he quickly jumps to a standing position and studies his surroundings. With an idle look he targets the nearest alien and fires::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::picks up some rocks and aims for the bartender's eyes while running::

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The phaser burst slams Nesruk in the chest ... and knocks him back ... but does not take him down.

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
CIV: Aim for there heads

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::Runs after the CSO & CNS at top speeds ... nearly runs into a wall when hit with the rock::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Nods, he targets the head of the next one and fires::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Smiles with a hiss:: CO: Is this what you wanted, Captain? A fight? You didn't even warn your crew you were in danger? And I know why!

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Dodges the phaser blast::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::smiles at her:: CMO: That's okay, I really don't mind... ::washes a sort of mental caress over her::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Nesruk> ::Kicks the CIV's legs out from under him::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::taps her badge::*Starfleet headquarters on Andor* The is Commander Gomes of the Elara. We are being attacked, please assist.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::Leaps into the air pretty far and lands in front of the CSO & CNS::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::snuggles up against him and yawns again:: Des: so what do you think Betazed is like now?

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::thinks the running won't take them far:: CNS: We have to work together to defeat him

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::Karate kicks the nearest Minion to the CO & tries to help te CO toward the door::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Frowns, he falls to the floor and quickly rolls away. Jumping up, he tackles Nesruk and pulls him to the floor. Struggling for a moment he targets his head and fires::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::grabs a piece of wood that apparently came with the water to the beach and then found its way to the street::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::stops dead in her tracks::  CSO: Agreed, ::bends getting a rock:: CSO: now they taught us how to fight why do I feel bad about it

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: Nesruk's head vaporizes ... his body shakes and then fully dies.

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Ferengi who had been running around in a panic is knocked out by the CTO's kick.

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Glances around in mild shock, he targets the next alien and fires::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Blocks the CO & CTO's exit, backhands the CTO::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::hits the bartender on the head with the piece of wood::

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The CTO is flung into a wall.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Grabs the CO and uses him as a shield:: CIV: Go ahead and shoot him ... he might actually enjoy it ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::jumps towards the Bartender, hitting him with using the rock::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Tries to struggle with Dominique::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::Is under attack by sticks and stones;:

CTO_Cmdr_Timrok says:
::picks himself up & breaks a window:: All: this way!

Desmond_Maylen says:
::holds her and sighs slightly:: CMO: It's recovering... I was there a few months ago...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Where is security personnel when you need them!?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> CO / CIV: You see, Davy, I've figured it out ... you came here because you knew it was dangerous ... and you hoped it would result in something serious ... Cap'n, you have a death wish ... ::Chuckles::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: Where is the CMO? Who else do we have here? 

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain David Harison> Dominique: You don't know what you're talking about ...

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Pauses, he curses and glances around. With a sigh, he takes a step back and raises his weapon:: Dominique: He knows his duties. Now, leave him or I will shoot.

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> CO: Don't I? I'm all about death ... and now so are you. CTO / CIV: Tell me, hasn't he been acting ... out of sorts lately? Been taking risks which he normally wouldn't?

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: hmm.. wonder if it will ever be the same.. I heard the were building a defense system now...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Last time I saw the CMO she was already not with all her senses ... and holding a bottle of saurian brandy

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: At the back of the CIV & CTO's minds, they recall some of Harison's previous actions in the past months ... how he led the crew on the suicide assault of Morosea Da and her terrorists ... how he went to meet Shinar almost by himself ... how he went after Morath without a weapon ... how he left to speak with the shape-shifter ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain Harison> ::Eyes widen somewhat ...::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::curses under her breath, still holding the stone she hits the bartender with the force of that frustration::

Desmond_Maylen says:
::nods:: CMO: Yep, I toured one of the sights, KDY-250 Planet Defenders and all that... all a little too late...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Grins evilly:: CO: You want death ... you want to die. Something's happened to you ... and you no longer want to live. Did I figure it out?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain David Harison> ::Growls:: Dominique: No ...

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::looks at the poor bartender:: CSO: Time to run again? Where do we have back up?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Bartender> ::Succumbs to the vicious assault by the CNS & CSO::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: This is not what I meant when I wished the shore leave was over 

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
Des: well maybe they can rebuild it all better.. ::yawns::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::takes a deep breathe::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> CO: I'll take that as a yes ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Lets see if the others need our help

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain David Harison> Dominique: ... no ... no ... NO! ::Breaks free and spins around & stabs Dominique in the heart with his blade::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Looks surprised and falls back ... ::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::turns just in time to see Dominique being slain::

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: Actually no where can I get a better weapon?:: turns and jogs back to where they came from::

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain David Harison> ::Stands there, breathing heavily::

Desmond_Maylen says:
CMO: I'm sure they will... ::looks down at her:: Now though, you need to get some rest... come on, I'll take you to the bed. ::stands her up:: I'll ah... take the couch for tonight.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::takes a deep breathe:: CNS: No need ... its over ...

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: And where is that security!

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: Do you ever feel like something has definitely happened but have no idea what or why?

Host FM_Selan says:
<Dominique> ::Laughs as some blood trickles out of her mouth:: CO: See ... I figured it out ... I was right ... you have a death wish ... you don't want to live ... and I think your crew's figured it out too ... wonder what they're gonna do n -- ::Dies::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::yawns and looks at the ceiling:: Des: no that’s ok.. I'll stay here.. just stare out the window till i fall asleep

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
CSO: Come back tomorrow and we may find them.

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS: Several times sine graduation from the academy ...

Host FM_Selan says:
<Captain David Harison> ::Stares at the dead Vanmanoi and falls to his knees ... shaking::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
CNS:I think the Captain needs help

Desmond_Maylen says:
CMO: I think not, Jan... Doctor's orders... come on, head off... trust me you'll feel better for it in the morning.

CNS_Lt_Pazoski says:
::chuckles:: CSO: Its always reassuring I am not the only one. ::trots of towards the CO::

CSO_Cmdr_Gomes says:
::kneels beside the captain staring at Dominique on the floor::

CMO_LtCmdr_Zaris says:
::nods and follows him.. still working off a hang over::

CIV_Cmdr_Maor says:
::Stares at his surroundings, he sighs and lowers his phaser::

Host FM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Captain is silent ... realization pouring over him as he stares at the dead body of Dominique laying before him. We fade out on her blank eyes ...

Host FM_Selan says:
=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= End Mission =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=

=/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= Begin Epilogue  =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\= =/\=

A day later.

Sarah looks through the observation glass at the medical bay of Starfleet’s Research and Development facility on Andor. Captain Harison stares silently up at the ceiling as he lays on the bio bed. “He’s been doing that for hours,” she thinks to herself. “Kezia and Alexandra are really concerned … as is everyone else. I think they should be … this isn’t something physical, its something psychological. Maor said that the … Vanmanoi, was that what they called it? Yes, a Vanmanoi … one of those creatures Syn Tech had created … Dominique … she had said the Captain had a death wish.”

Sarah leans against the glass, a frown coming across her face, “A death wish? But why? I had been in his mind … back when I tried to warn all of them through their dreams … and I saw nothing to indicate he had suicidal tendencies. But he’s changed … the others confirmed it through their reports of the crew’s little excursion following the Omega Crisis … he’s been taking actions which were ‘out of character.’ Taking chances that not only put him in danger, but his crew too. But none of us realized it until now …”

“So what happens now? Obviously someone has to talk to him … but he has to want to talk. The Doctors haven’t said that they want him under observation because he hasn’t taken any action … that we know of, anyway … to harm himself. But does that mean he won’t? Can we trust the word of a murdering monster? He needs to know … that we’ll be there for him … that will help. Whatever is driving him to this end, if Dominique was right, then he has to know that we’ll be there to face it with him … he won’t be alone. We’ll help.”

“Uh, a little help here!” CRACK! Shinar is hurled across the dimmed cavern … a large black fist having collided with his chest. He moans and slides to the floor, dirt and rock scraping against his leather trench-coat. “That bleedin’ well hurt …” he mutters, his accent going from a “normal” Vulcan tone to that of a British male. A shadow soon falls across his face, and he looks up to see the hulking black growling alien with orange eyes slowly moving toward him. “Ah ch –” another hit and Shinar is sent to the other side of the cavern, sliding across the floor. 

The creature lets out a massive roar … and turns to pummel Shinar again when suddenly an unknown force lifts a shattered piece of granite and stabs it through the being’s heart … effectively killing it. A voice from the shadows utters, “I thought you said you could handle it.” Shinar looks over to see Morosea Da dressed in a clean, white gown exit, brushing her hands off. “Shut up,” he mumbles as he stands up … brushing himself off, and letting out a sigh at the sight of his shirt. Greenish-red blood trickles down his chest … “I hate being mortal.” 

Morosea Da rolls her eyes and stalks past the dead creature and Shinar into a path, “Oh get used to it … you’re not a Traveler anymore. Omnipotence is behind you … you have to learn to get down and dirty like the rest of us non-powerful god like beings.” Shinar narrows his eyes, “I’ll have you know that Travelers are not ‘powerful god like beings’ … we’re just creative.” “They’re just creative … past tense, bucko, you’re not one of them anymore,” Da points out. Shinar grits his teeth, mumbling, “We’ll see about that …” 

Da stops as she comes to a dead end in the path, running her hands up and down the wall, “What was that?” “I didn’t see you getting ‘down and dirty,’” Shinar lies as he comes up beside her. Da grins, “That’s because I’m more sophisticated. Telekinesis has its merits … stand back.” The Gamleasian concentrates … and something clicks in the wall before them. Suddenly, it slides away to reveal an extensive lattice-work of metal-paths … with computers and consoles lining the walls. “Ah, the last outpost of the once-vast Nicodemian empire … surprised the Bellicose didn’t trash it,” Shinar comments. 

Da walks past him, her heels clicking against the metal walkways, “According to our employer … they never found it. If so, probably couldn’t find away against those genetic ‘doomsday’ monsters we just fought … or rather, I fought and you got pounded by.” Shinar makes an obscene hand gesture to her as she walks down a stairway to what appears to be the main computer, “You know … I’ve heard things about the Nicodemians … how they were beyond their time in technology … so advanced that they even frightened themselves. There’s an interesting tale about a device they created which could alter the fabric of reality …” Da begins. 

“Algernon,” Shinar says absent-mindedly. 

“Heard of it?” she asks, turning to him. “Seen it,” he responds, coming down the stairway and pulling out his package of jum-jah sticks … finding them crushed. He sighs and tosses them aside. Da quirks her eyebrow at Shinar … he answers the question she’s about to utter with, “Long story. Don’t ask.” “Right, so, how do we activate this thing and find the information we’re looking for …” she comments as she turns to the large console before her, pressing one button after another. Shinar comes up beside her, and stares at the buttons, “Wait … I think this should do it.” He reaches down and presses a square button with an apparent triangular symbol in it …

… and nothing happens. “And you’re supposed to be what … the expert on Nicodemian technology?” she asks sarcastically. Shinar looks around, “Is there a power source for this thing?” “I’m not sure … and I’ve got to ask, why does your accent keep on changing?” Shinar gives her a peculiar look, “What are you goin’ on about now?” “Never mind,” she mutters as she gives a light kick to the computer. “This thing’s useless … all that trouble for nothing.” 

Suddenly the entire system comes to life … lines of alien code scroll across the screen as the dimmed lighting goes to full power. Sounds of a long dead alien language fill the cavern as both Shinar and Morosea Da exchange looks. “Nice kick,” he mutters. “It was not her,” a familiar voice states in their minds. Morosea jumps slightly as Shinar smirks at her discomfort, “Should have figured as much. Why put us through all of that only to be able to do this yourself?” 

“It was a test, Shinar. To see the extent of your abilities …” the shadows seemingly come to life … and the shadowed being “floats” through the air, its red eyes staring intently at the screen. “I can handle the rest.” Images and information scroll across the screens at intense speeds. “Right … a test,” Shinar says as Morosea squints, trying to make out some of the information. “What are you looking for?” she asks. “Information on an old friend.”

The images stop on a single picture … that of an Aegis male. 

“The Aegis.” 

“You think they are involved?” Jakob asks, standing before Marshall’s desk at his new office in Starfleet Intelligence Headquarters, Earth. 

“Think? No. Suspect, yes … or rather they’re connected to whoever ransacked my former residence of work,” Marshall explains. “After all, the delicate files taken were on the Aegis themselves … their encounters with Starfleet personnel … records on this ‘Aran’ character. Did you know he was a former Starfleet Academy instructor?” 

“Is that a fact?” Jakob feigns interest. “Alien species inducting ‘members’ from other races … peculiar, but not unheard of.” 

“Yes,” Marshall agrees. “Aran was a scientist at heart though. Hrhm, scientists are dangerous.” Jakob quirks an eyebrow in puzzlement as a response. “You see, my good friend … scientists strive to understand the unknown. In order to do that, they experiment. There are times when experimentation requires violating laws that should not be violated, crossing lines that should not be crossed. It was scientists who created the Genesis Device … scientists that helped the Federation and its allies discovered that cursed Omega molecule … it’s the science of discovery that drives Starfleet to learn more about the universe.” 

“And that’s a bad thing?” Jakob inquires.

“Often times, discoveries on the part of Starfleet lead to death and destruction. But of course I’m being cynical, as always more good has come out of our need for exploration than bad. And I’m also getting off topic …” Marshall finishes as he stands up. “Someone or something has come looking for information on the Aegis. Evidently it found what it wanted from my personal files on the subject … gathered from our good friend Maor.” 

“Do you feel that his son might be in danger?” asks Jakob. Marshall stops and looks out the window at the nighttime sky, “I had not actually considered that … no doubt Maor has, of course. If not, I think it would be in the best interests of everyone if he were informed. Make sure he does not inform Ms. Zaris … the last thing anyone needs is her rushing off with that child and putting him in more danger.” Jakob nods in agreement. 

“Now, who do we know are enemies of the Aegis?” Marshall asks, still looking out the window.

“The only one we’re familiar with are the Inv’d, sir,” Jakob states. “Information gathered by Maor regarding the destruction of their homeworld twenty years ago suggests they had a conflict with the species.” 

“Ah, the Bellicose. Always present to collectively be an annoyance. I would find it amazing if they tried a stunt like this. It does not seem like their usual tactics … not to mention that following our little soiree in the Madtion Nebula, there has been no hide nor hair of them seen since.”

Jakob nods, “Federation diplomatic contacts on Riga, the Q’Orphod homeworld, have been told that the entire Bellicose species had apparently … traversed to another plane of existence, or so the Q’Orphod Masters believe.” “And we’re going to believe the people that destroyed Starbase 595?” asks Marshall, turning to Jakob. “With all due respect, sir, the Q’Orphod Refugees under the leadership of Xinor were responsible for that attack …” Jakob responds. 

“Right, right, of course. Are the Q’Orphod suspects?” 

“There has been no prior indication that the Q’Orphod hold any ill will toward the Aegis. Nor any indication either race is aware of each other,” Jakob promptly responds. “Look into it … never hurts to check all avenues,” Marshall orders. Jakob takes the last order as an indication to also leave … and turns to exit. Marshall, a moment later, speaks out, “Jakob … also don’t discount time travelers …” 

Jakob fully raises his eyebrow, “Time travelers?”

“There’s something about ‘the future is now’ that strikes out at time travel for me … look into it.” 

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