Host SM_Darlene says:
Prelude: Last time on ACTD Kootenai Station…

XO Kerst and CTO Rr'Vellan posing as the Baron Kerst and Lady Bao have been granted an audience with King Mutah.  They have also been invited to dinner by the Superintendent and have been shown to their guest room where they found formal clothing.

After changing into the formal clothing a servant came to the room to escort them to the royal dining room.

CO Pavielion, TO Bailey, CMO Sovok and CEO Spicer have been taken prisoner by the palace guards and chained inside a locked room deep in the dungeons of the palace.

Cast of Characters

Chad Snyder as CO Captain Micjoran Pavielion
Brian Wachendorf as XO Commander P’Dar Kerst
Gary Cole as CMO Lieutenant Sovok
Kytra Seliquini as CTO Lieutenant Junior Grade Bao’tzhu Shengming Rr’Vellan
Steve Seliquini as CEO Lieutenant Junior Grade Ensign Rick Spicer

Guest Appearance
SM-Darlene Wise as TO Bailey, King Mutah, Superintendent, Palace Guards

Host SM_Darlene says:
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CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Tilts her head, wondering if she could pass for royalty::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Hopes Bailey rips his chains from the wall::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Examines his chains again looking for any weaknesses:: CMO: This is a real pickle we seem to be in.

XO_Kerst says:
::Follows the servant with Lady Bao on his arm, hoping they can pull this off::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Servant> XO/CTO: This way, Sire..  ::Descends the stairs::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Nods and continues to watch Bailey::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Waits as Bailey struggles against his restraints::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The XO and CTO descend the stone stairs and are led by the servant into the royal dining room.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Yanks on the chains:: All: Ughh!  It's no use.  I can't pull the chains from the walls!  ::Huffs and puffs::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Nods:: TO: Thanks for trying.

CEO_Spicer says:
CO: Captain, look at these locks. They are very old and low tech. We might be able to pick them.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Bailey> CMO: I wonder when the guards will come back with the food.  ::Stomach still growling::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Twitches her tail slowly and looks around the room:: Self: Wow.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Servant> XO/CTO: Please sit here.  ::Holds the chair for the CTO::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Blushes and takes her seat:: Servant: Thank you.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
CEO: Do you have any tools to use to pick the lock?

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Servant> ::Claps her hands calling another servant over to serve the wine::

XO_Kerst says:
::Sits down next to Bao and surveys the room::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Whispers:: XO: What are we going to do about the rrrest of the crrrew?

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Four guards enter the dungeon room and begin unlocking the chains.  They drag the crew out one by one.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Growls then quiets down as he sees the guard is unlocking the chains.  Gets shoved through the door into the dark hallway::

XO_Kerst says:
::Whispers:: CTO: Well, if this goes well, we'll mention the last of are retainers were scarred off by the guards and hope they help us find them.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Restrains the urge to spit in the guards face again just for the hell of it::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Nods and whispers:: XO: I feel bad leaving them to sufferrrr.

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The Superintendent walks into the dinning room and sits down across from Baron Kerst and Lady Bao.   

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Waits to see where they are going, keeps an eye out for any avenue of escape::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Superintendent>XO/CTO: Good evening.  I see you found the clothes.  ::Smiles::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Is pushed around by the guard::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Guard> CO/CEO/CMO/TO: Come with me, please.  You will need to clean up before seeing the King.

XO_Kerst says:
Superintendent: Good evening! Yes, we give thanks for the generosity. Most of our equipment, including clothing was lost during the journey.

CMO_Sovok says:
Guard: The King?

CEO_Spicer says:
Guard: It is about time.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Puts her paws together complantively and watches the superintendent and the XO::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The guards lead the crew up some stone steps and into a room with water bowls and towels in it.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::At least the guards are not trying to hose them down::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Superintendent> XO: Lost?  Were you robbed?  Unfortunately we have problems with thieves here. ::Frowns::

CEO_Spicer says:
::Eagerly washes himself off:: ALL: I definitely don't want any women to see me like this. ::Grins::

XO_Kerst says:
Super: Not all was stolen.  Most was lost in an unfortunate accident involving a small boat, and a large crocodile.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Guard> Crew: Clean up.  Here are some clean clothes.  Tosses pants and shirts to the crew then closes and locks the door.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Starts washing the sludge from his face::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Changes into the new set of cloths and begins to wash his face::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Flicks her ears back. Thinks: Crocodile?::

XO_Kerst says:
Super: Actually, what we’re missing right now is the rest of our group. Our last four retainers got scared when your guards approached us. I think they fear they’d be locked in a dungeon.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Superintendent> ::Listens with a look of shock on his face then claps his hands requesting more wine be served::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Sips her wine::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Superintendent> XO: Ah yes, your retainers.  I have ordered them released from the dungeon.  They will be joining us shortly.  ::Smiles::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Grabs a towel and briefly cleans in the water, does not get too detailed::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Nods:: Super: That's good.

CEO_Spicer says:
::Is redressed in clean clothes::

XO_Kerst says:
Super: Wonderful. I do hope they keep their manners about them. The long road tends to degrade their manners a bit until their rested. ::Worries that the others will blow their cover::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Puts on a clean pair of pants and a clean shirt.  Notices the shirt sleeves and pants are a bit short::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Dries off his face and sighs::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
Super: They will be trrrreated well, I hope?

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The horns sound in the dining room as all the servants stop what they are doing and line up near the door.  A man offers an introduction, "All rise for King Mutah".

XO_Kerst says:
::Stands::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Stands::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Superintendent> ::Nods to the CTO then rises from his chair::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King Mutah> ::Enters the dining room, his long robe trailing behind him.  Smiles then takes his place at the head of the table:: All: Please, sit down.  ::Waves his hands to the servants::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The guards lead the crew into the dining room as the King looks up.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Follows the guards::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Walks into the room and quickly notices the XO::

XO_Kerst says:
::Glares at the crew:: CTO: Ah, look my lady, our SERVENTS have arrived!

CEO_Spicer says:
::Walks into the room and looks at the XO and CTO and smiles at Bao::

XO_Kerst says:
::Tries to make eye contact with the CO in hopes he'll catch on to their roles::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks over the crew, making sure they look alright::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Waves to the crew to take their seats at the table:: XO/CTO: Welcome to my palace.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Holds his gut unknowingly::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Sees all the food lined up along the long table and grins as he takes a seat::

XO_Kerst says:
::Bows slightly:: King: Your welcome is most gratify your majesty.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Thinks for a moment and gets the hint, nods to the XO::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: Suddenly a loud "Rrrripppp" is heard.  Bailey has split his pants when he sat down.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Makes a face and looks at Bailey, trying not to laugh::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Looks at Bailey and smiles:: Bailey: I see the guards did not get your size quite right.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Growls::

XO_Kerst says:
King: I apologize for my servant your majesty.  He has great strength of body, but not of mind.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Sits in his seat and looks around, glaring slightly::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> All: Everyone, please partake of the food and drink!  ::Claps his hands signaling to the servants to bring more wine for the guests::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks down the table, making sure all of the crew is accounted for::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> XO: Not a problem, I assure you.  I will provide new clothing for your servant.

CEO_Spicer says:
::Eats hungrily having used a lot of energy while being on the lamb::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Is not accustomed to playing the role of servant, does the best he can::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Doesn't eat anything, not really sure why he was being treated this way::

XO_Kerst says:
King: Thank you, your majesty.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Immediately grabs a whole turkey off of the platter and tears off a drumstick.  Begins chowing down::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Takes a sip of wine and smiles at Bailey::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Wonders if the XO and CTO have obtained any information from the king as of yet::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Grabs two drumsticks, one in each hand:: CMO: You're not eating, Sir?  ::Takes two bites off the drumsticks::

CMO_Sovok says:
TO: I'm sure I'll be fine.

XO_Kerst says:
::Tries to ignore Bailey while eating with the proper utensils::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Eats some fruit:: XO: So tell me, Baron Kerst, how may I be of service?  ::Sips his wine from a golden goblet::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Eats very daintily, not used to eating without chopsticks::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Looks around the table for anything of interest::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Winces slightly as his side still hurts and continues to sit silently::

XO_Kerst says:
King: It is along tale your majesty.  I shall do my best to keep it short.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Nods and waits for the XO to tell him a story.  Loves to listen to stories.  Sips his wine and takes bites from his fruit::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Looks to Sovok:: CMO: You should eat.

CMO_Sovok says:
CTO: I'm fine.

XO_Kerst says:
King: Our kingdom was recently beset with magic most foul. Our most powerful wizards were unable to counter this magic. Just as we neared giving up hope, three wise one appeared and foretold we would find the answers we seek here. So we traveled a long and dangerous journey to arrive here as you found us.

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Grabs something that looks like chicken and carefully picks at it::

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Listens to Kerst and the King, waiting for any information of value::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Notices the CMO is not eating:: CMO: Does the food not meet with your approval?  We can have the cooks prepare something else if you'd like.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Slides some food onto Sovok's plate and looks away innocently::

CMO_Sovok says:
King: Not at all, Sir, I'm not hungry.

XO_Kerst says:
CMO: Do not disrespect our host!  Eat!

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Nods to the CMO:: CMO: I can have food brought to your room later, if you wish.  XO: ::Nods to the XO::  And what can I do to help you?

CMO_Sovok says:
::Glances at the XO and takes a bite of something on his plate::

XO_Kerst says:
King: The magic that beset our land was most foul, it would turn people to stone!

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Sits quietly stuffing his big face::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Smiles and slides her paw under the table to rest on Sovok's hand::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Looks up in shock and drops his fruit on the floor:: XO: The Kurum??  Foul creatures!  I've heard tales of some of my villagers encountering these vile creatures!  There is only one person who knows how to defeat them!

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Has his interest peeked by the king's reaction, listens closer::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Looks at the CTO a little strangely but doesn't do anything::

XO_Kerst says:
::Suppresses a smile at the Kings reaction, "Now we getting somewhere" he thinks::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Perks her ears and looks over to the King, then to the XO::

XO_Kerst says:
King: Who might this person be your majesty?

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> XO: She is my advisor, a wise sorceress indeed.  I can arrange for you to meet her if you wish.  She doesn't live here in the palace.  She resides in the forest beyond the crystal lake.  ::Claps his hands again::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The servants bring in cake and pie for desert and serve the guests.

XO_Kerst says:
King: We would be most appreciative of any help your majesty.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
Self: Oooo pie

CMO_Sovok says:
::Mouths "Thank you" to the CTO, not really knowing why she took his hand but grateful nonetheless... Although his side still hurt..::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> XO: I can provide you with weapons and horses.  I will give you directions on how to reach her residence.  When will you want to leave?

Host CO_Pavielion says:
::Is quite pleased by the king's reaction and willingness to help::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
King: Oh in the morrrning will be fine. ::Looks at the XO:: Rrright Dearrrr?

XO_Kerst says:
King: First light, my people require a good nights rest to recover from our journey.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Looks at Lady Bao then back to the XO:: XO: I can also provide a wagon for your lady if you wish.

XO_Kerst says:
King: You are most gracious.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> XO: Very well, eat up everyone!  You will need your strength.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Thinks: A wagon? I haven't gained that much weight, have I?::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> XO: I must retire to my chambers now.  I will have everything you need in the front of the palace at first light.  Good luck on your journey.  ::Stands::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Claps his hands:: Servant: Arrange for guest rooms for our guests at once!

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Servant> ::Bows to the King:: King: At once, Sire!  ::Rushes out of the dining room and up the stairs::

XO_Kerst says:
::Stands and bows to the King:: King: Again, thank you your majesty.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<King> ::Nods to the XO and his guests then turns and walks out of the dining room::

CMO_Sovok says:
All: Would someone explain to me what in the world is going on? I'm lost.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Superintendent> ::Drinks the last of his wine from the goblet:: XO: Did you all have enough to eat?  ::Looks at Bailey who is still eating::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Drains her goblet:: Superintendent: Yeah…hic…

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Superintendent> ::Looks at the CTO:: CTO: I think Lady Bao has had enough wine. ::Frowns::

XO_Kerst says:
Superintendent: Yes, thank you.  ::Looks over at Bailey:: He would eat until all your cupboards are empty.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Superintendent> XO: If you are all ready, the servants will show you to your rooms.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Covers her mouth with her paw and grins sheepishly, a blush covering her cheeks::

XO_Kerst says:
Super: Thank you.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Stands up from his chair::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Superintendent> ::Claps his hands calling for a servant:: Servant: Show our guests to their rooms.  XO: I bid you a good night and I will see you in the morning outside the palace.

CEO_Spicer says:
::Stands::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Drops the last of the turkey bones on his plate and wipes his mouth with the tablecloth.  Drinks the last of his wine then stands up::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Servant> All: Follow me please.  ::Turns and exits the dining room::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Winces again slightly and turns around, following the servant::

XO_Kerst says:
::Waits for the superintendent to leave:: All: Follow the servants to your rooms then we’ll meet in our room to discuss our situation. Say nothing until then!

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Picks up a couple pieces of fruit and a whole pie then follows the servant out the door::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
CMO: Arrre you okay?

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Nods to the XO on his way out::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Nods:: CTO: I'll be fine.

CEO_Spicer says:
::Follows the servant::

XO_Kerst says:
::Follows the servant with Lady Bao on his arm as they retire to their room::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Hiccups::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The servant escorts the crew up the stone steps stopping at the XO & CTO's room she waves them into their room.  CMO/CEO/TO/CO: The rest of you follow me, please.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Walks behind the servant sore and tired::

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Servant> ::Stops a few doors down the hall and opens the door:: Crew: Two of you can sleep in here.  ::Motions to the room::

CMO_Sovok says:
::Looks around and walks inside::

XO_Kerst says:
::Enters the room with Bao, waits for the door to close:: CTO: Well, we pulled it off!

Host SM_Darlene says:
<Servant> ::Moves down the hallway to the next door:: Crew: The rest of you can sleep in here.  ::Motions to the door:::

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Hiccups:: XO: I hope so.

CMO_Sovok says:
::Sits on the bed and looks around::

Host SM_Darlene says:
ACTION: The rooms are spacious and plush, red velvet curtains with gold trim, two large beds and lots of pillows.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<TO Bailey> ::Enters into the room with the CMO, still carrying his pie and fruit.  Looks around the room:: CMO: Wow, nice room!  ::Puts the pie and fruit on the small table by the window::  Want some pie, Lieutenant?

XO_Kerst says:
::Frowns:: It appears you have had a little too much wine.  I expect better of my Chief tactical officer.

CTO_Rr’Vellan says:
::Shakes her head:: XO: I'm okay...it's just....differrrent then I'm used to.

Host SM_Darlene says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<Pause Kootenai Mission>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

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