Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus

FIRST STEPS
Two

Arc Title: First Steps
Episode: Two
Mission Number: 261
Creator: Michael Jones
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10401.19

Previously …

The Journey has begun. 
Yet it is not what the crew expected at all. Forced to endure a painful yet eventually amazing “entrance” process to their First world, the crew found themselves naked and bare of all tools, items, etc. on a beautiful tropical beach. While momentarily dazed by the experience, they are still Starfleet officers, and they were quick to find supplies, tools, and makeshift clothing.

In the process, they managed to make some new friends as well. A species known as the Ew inhabit this region – beings that could very well be human if not for their four arms. The Ew were wary of the crew, but more wary of the Counselor who resembled an animal foe of theirs … the Verun. 

Dramatis Personae 

Mitch Travis is Captain Sulek – Commanding Officer of the Quirinus, the Vulcan / Deltan Sulek has been a member of the ship since its launch. Rising through the ranks onboard, he has come to find that his destiny is intertwined with that of his vessels, passing up offers of promotion time and again. Seemingly always logical and reserved, Sulek does indeed care for all of his crew.

Keith LaHue is Commander Ben Pangborn – Executive Officer of the Quirinus, the Human Pangborn has been through a lot in the last year or so. Recently learning that he has millennia old knowledge of an ancient race stored in his mind, he came to find himself as the key pawn in the Trickster’s plan for intergalactic terror. Powerful and dangerous, Pangborn may prove to be one of the most well known Commanding Officers one day. That is if he doesn’t go insane first …

Jeffrey Brown is Lieutenant Kraight – Chief Science Officer and Second Officer of the Quirinus, the Benzite Kraight may appear to less of a threat than expected, but his intelligence, cleverness, and wit have proven himself time and again to the Quirinus crew … and the foes they face.

Linda Davis is Lieutenant Teim Ris’Mor – Counselor of the Quirinus, the Caitian known as Teim had a bumpy start with the Quirinus. Literally. Getting beaten around time and again by one villain after another during the “chess game” with the Trickster, it didn’t seem like she would be able to put up with it. But Ris’Mor has more strength to her than imagined, and has sunk her claws [literally] into the Quirinus for the long run. 

Cathy Campos is Lieutenant JG. Jade Morgan – Operations Manager of the Quirinus, the quiet Minaran has come to be a valued member of the Quirinus crew, having proven her mettle during the battle of the “defensive team” against the demon subordinates of the Trickster as they tried to prevent them from devouring the CO & XO, as well as when she single-handedly piloted the ship through two uber-powerful ion storms. She has developed a close friendship with the ship’s CTO, Cherry, which has withstood much of the chaos surrounding the crew’s adventures.

Jane Rowley is Lieutenant JG. Cherry – Chief Tactical Officer of the Quirinus, the human / Betazoid hybrid has come off as a distracted (mostly by clothing), opinionated, and flirtatious character whom not many may take seriously. That is their mistake. Cherry is a determined Starfleet Officer whose friendship with OPS Morgan is one of the many dedications she has onboard the Quirinus.

Edward Selgas is Lieutenant JG. David Telarus – Chief Engineering Officer of the Quirinus, the human Telarus has revealed himself to be a clever and creative force onboard the ship. Often giving ideas and plans to help the crew through their endeavors, Telarus is a fountain of ideas. Which should hopefully make his relationship with the ship’s CMO, Ms. Munro, an interesting one.

Fiona Sorel is Ensign Harriet Munro – Chief Medical Officer of the Quirinus, the Kriosian / Human is a delicate, soft-spoken woman who has proven herself capable of looking out for the crew. She is currently in a relationship with the ship’s CEO, Lt. Jg. Telarus.

Erryn Pollack is Ensign Lance Wolvington – Tactical Officer of the Quirinus, the human Wolvington is the newest addition to the ship’s crew, and has proven himself quite capable in battle. The atypical paranoid security officer, Wolvington still has a lot to learn … and may be on that journey of knowledge soon.

Pam Bruyere is Admiral Serena Sheridan – Former Counselor of the Quirinus, Admiral Sheridan is a long time friend of Sulek, and holds a psychic bond with him. There has always been a bit of romantic tension between the two … but nothing has ever come of it. Will this always hold true?

Ensign Albert Rio – Security Officer Rio seems to be struggling with his sense of identity: is he a fiancée to the woman he loves, is he a Starfleet officer with aspirations for greatness, or is he simply a man more confused than anyone else? Selected along with three other junior officers, this Adventure the crew are going upon may help him find a sense of identity.

Lieutenant JG. Erin Eisenhower – The Engineering Officer is a girl who may have just started to have the best day of her life, and is now having the worst day of her life. Looking forward to a date with a charming man from Astrometrics, she has now found herself torn away from her normal life to go on some “away mission” with the senior crew. Despite this perhaps being the chance for her to excel, she does not care. She didn’t join Starfleet for adventures on far away worlds; she joined to repair stuff.

Chief Petty Officer Beldaur – Yet another member of the Security force present on this expedition to regions unknown. The jolly Beldaur seems out of place amongst his peers. While not seemingly excelling in the matters of assault and fighting, he has a sharp mind when it comes to strategy. 

Ensign Y’Et – He’s furry.

The Trickster – Also known as the Unnamed One, the Trickster were an intangible shape-shifting entity who was but a member of a group of demonic demi-God like beings who once ruled the known Universe. Recently, it attempted to restart that forgotten age of horror, but was thwarted by the Quirinus crew. It was believed killed by Commander Pangborn, but has seemingly returned. Or has it? 

Dante – The leader of the local tribe of Ew. He is a strong, fearsome man … but has a gentle heart. He seems to love the idea of cooking, and has set out to find new ways to not only nourish his people, but also allow them to enjoy the fruits of their labors.

Jakea – A young male member of the Ew tribe, Jakea is full of wonder and puzzlement. He tries to understand many things, but cannot. And this group of mysterious people from “across the sea is not helping things.”

Blu – Blu, like Dante, is a valued member of the Ew tribe, and with the arrival of the Quirinus crew, has set out to make their stay memorable. He is a great cook, although a bit of a clumsy one.

Neet – The adorable Monkey / Cat creature known as Neet introduces himself by scurrying amongst the Quirinus crew, until finally meeting a kindred spirit … Counselor Ris’Mor. For some reason, they are both able to understand each other. Whether this is some peculiar animal connection or something else is a mystery for another day … if a friendship will develop out of this odd pairing is what is wondered now.

U.S.S. Quirinus Stardate 10401.19 "First Steps" Episode Two
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 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::enters the clearing at the center of the village::

ACTION: Several hours have passed since the Ew welcomed the Quirinus crew into their village with open arms. They have since received some non-vegan clothing, and have gotten a taste of Ew hospitality. A great feast is being prepared in their honor.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sitting on the outskirts of the village watching the sun go down::

Blu says:
::walks around looking for things to do before the party::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: keeps an eye on the food being brought out, to ensure that nothing he hasn't checked skips past ::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks around at the primitive yet peaceful village::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::pacing around the village in quasi-patrol mode::

Blu says:
::brings out a huge cake for the party::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: sees the Captain and walks in his direction ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sitting next to Cherry:: CTO: Almost time to strap on the feedbag.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::leans back against the tree and watches the preparations...she can't help wondering if they are supposed to be the main course.::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  What?  Oh, you mean eat.

Blu says:
::walks past the CSO::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notices Kraight coming toward him and nods::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::wearing her tunic and beads provided by the old woman.. who's still sitting at the entrance to her tent smoking her pipe::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::picks up a stray leaf and walks towards the activity ::Sulek: Looks like quite a gathering Captain.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Captain, all of the food appears to be safe for humanoid consumption, with the exception of a green pudding with small brown specks. I'll warn the rest of the crew.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Yeas, eat. Care to join me?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::gets ready for the feast, finishes dressing up::

ACTION: The beautiful paradise is illuminated by the beautiful sunset ... the sky goes from blue, to purple, to orange, to pink, and then to a dark navy. The clouds are illuminated like rainbows.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::closes her eyes and breathes in the sweet, clean air of the paradise around them::

Blu says:
::Finds the cake too heavy and starts to walk backwards, yells for help:: ALL: I’m  going to loose the cake! Help me!

ACTION: The Ew village is alive. The wariness about the peculiar looking members of the Q group - Kraight, Beldaur, Y'Et, and especially Ris'Mor, has pretty much faded. They are very accepting.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::thinks the clouds are up to no good in this doubtless hazardous place::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::pauses to admire the gorgeous sunset::  XO:  It would be my pleasure.  ::smiles serenely::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serena: The Ew does indeed treat their guests well.  ::looks around and then quietly to Kraight:: Kraight: I think we should perhaps avoid using ranks.

ACTION: Several tables are being set up. Young, four-armed Ew children leap around cheerfully.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::walks out to see Harriet and walks up right behind her:: CMO: Guess who?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::feels an ominous sense of doom for obvious reasons::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::plays with the purple stone beads around her neck and huffs. the old woman takes another puff and points to the activity near the center of the village.. ::

Blu says:
::screams out for help:: All: I am going to loose the cake!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::walks with her side by side down the hill and into town, where the feast is being held:: CTO: This should be an experience

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Giggles turning and giving him a kiss::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: eyebrows -- or what passes for them on a Benzite -- raised :: CO: All right, Ca... Sulek.

 Dante says:
::As Blu begins to trip, Dante helps him catch the cake::

 Dante says:
Blu: Careful there, my friend.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks around at what is happening as she plays with the leaf casually::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  I suppose it would be rude to refuse their food.

 Dante says:
Blu: Dona’ rhea spent hours working on that pastry...

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::wraps his arms around her and kisses her::

Blu says:
Dante: thank you, Sire!  Please help me put on the table. It’s so heavy.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: What would I do without you?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: I will trust your judgment on the food. Please do warn our fellow travelers.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: heads off to inform the others of his findings regarding the food ::

 Dante says:
::With his mighty four arms, he helps Blu get the large cake to the table. So massive a cake it is that even Blu's four arms along can't handle it::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Feels the warmth and safety encompass her as he placed his arms around her::

Blu says:
Dante: thank you.

Blu says:
::yells to the others:: ALL: please take your seats, the feats will start soon!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: I think Kraight is making sure it's safe to eat:: sees the blue Benzite easily::

ACTION: A small creature, which looks like a very cute combination of a monkey and cat (Think Monkey with Cat ears) darts past the CEO & CNS.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::stands up as the old woman motions for her to go join the others like herself.. nods but finds it more bearable to stalk back into the trees for a bit and find a good place to sit and watch::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::pushing herself to her feet, she brushes the leaves from her clothes and begins to work towards the others, lost in thought::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Kraight, I take it all this is safe to eat?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan ::explaining:: Serena, I think it best that we try not to pollute their culture.  I look forward to tonight’s celebration.

Ens. Rio says:
::Staring hungrily at all the food being prepared::

CPO Beldaur says:
::Walks over to the TO:: TO: Making sure we're all safe?

Blu says:
::walks to the head of the table::

ACTION: The Monkey / Cat creature darts between the CO's legs, and continues through the village.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
XO: Good evening, Comman... umm Ben. Sulek has asked that we avoid addressing one another by rank. As for the food, yes... but avoid the green-and-brown pudding. It tasted of alkaloids.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Stay close...

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::watches the creatures doing what creatures do::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
:;waves at Jade as she approaches the table::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Sir, suggestion?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::nods:: CPO: Just doing my job.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::moves to her seat:: CO: Now Sulek, I trust that your crew understands what to do in this case.

CPO Beldaur says:
TO: Well, it's time to eat. ::Gestures to everyone moving to the tables::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::walks up to the others and smiles::

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:
::Finding herself quite comfortable in the clothing provided, she has taken a seat::

Ens. Y'Et says:
::Remains furry and seated::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::nods again and takes a meandering path toward the tables, planning to be the last one there::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Thanks for the tip...uh...Kraight. CTO: No green pudding for us.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::finds a tree and climbs into it.. huffs as she takes a place on the branches and watches the fire and her crew mates walking around::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::sits and waits for the others to do so::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: moves on to tell the rest of the crew ::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO: Right Sir!  ::mock salutes before sitting down::

Blu says:
::walks up to the leader:: Dante: The table is ready, everyone can have a seat now

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: I don't know what that was but let's hope we don't get any more surprises. Let's go sit down for dinner, we can have fun later.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::watches the monkey play through the village and then following the admiral:: Sheridan: Some habits are harder to break than others.  I am curious; when we first arrived you said your ability had greatly expanded.  In what ways?

ACTION: A voice calls to the Counselor from above - "Why don't you join the rest of them?" Jakea is hanging from two of his arms above her.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sits and waits politely::

 Dante says:
::Nods at Blu:: Blu: I believe they are in the process of doing so, Blu. There are no worries.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::quietly slips into the nearest seat::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Takes a seat at one of the tables beside the CEO::

Blu says:
Dante: All right. I will get the drinks ready.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks up at the boy she tackled earlier over her head and sniffs at his question:: 

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::figures if she could get used to Klingon food, she can eat anything::

Jakea says:
::Looks down at the CNS with innocent yet puzzled eyes::

Blu says:
::starts to hand out the drink to the new comers::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::faces her old friend:: CO: It's difficult to explain, but for some time now, my empathic senses have been enhanced.

ACTION: The Monkey / Cat jumps on the table, then onto the CTO's shoulder, then leaps off her and onto the ground, squeaking slightly and rushing off into the forest.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Jakea: I find it better I remain here.. some of your kind are not happy about big talking cats

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::puts his arm around Harriet:: CMO: Let's see what the natives have for us.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Are you all right?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::is startled momentarily::  All:  Awww.. How cute....

Jakea says:
CNS: We like big talking cats. We don't fear you. You are different from what we fear. Come down, please.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Well I don't think we are going to have a quiet dinner.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes a drink from Blu:: Blu: Thank you.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::watches the small creature rather curiously::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Fine Sir.  Luckily my allergy shots are up to date.

 Dante says:
::Smiles as the crew takes their seats, and the wooden cups with liquid in them are passed out::

Blu says:
Sulek: any time ::bows::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::sniffs at the liquid::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: having warned everyone about the pudding, takes a seat next to the Vice Admiral ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Somehow, I don't think they'd make good house pets anyways

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: It's the Vulcan DNA.... ::pauses and takes a drink from Blu:: Blu: Thank you.

ACTION: The liquid smells delicious to the TO.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Smiles at the CEO's comment::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::gruff and grumbles:: Jakea: yes I'm sure.. go enjoy your self.. I'll be along in time..

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::watches the TO sniff the liquid and waits to see if he wrinkles up his nose at it::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Since our arrival, I too have felt a stronger awareness of my abilities.  Usually, I am not usually aware of them, but since the transport...

Blu says:
::holds out 4 of my arms at the CO:: CO: may I shake your hands?

Jakea says:
::For some reason doubts that, and hops out of the tree, past the CNS, and quietly moves over to where everyone else is::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: I like it when your out of uniform, shame we haven't received a really good vacation maybe until now. ::draws her in closer::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sitting the drink down, he reaches out and shakes Blu's hand:: Blu: What is this drink?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::picks up her cup, looks into it with a slight frown, and decides that she's not thirsty after all::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: I know Sulek. I have felt your struggle to retain that calm you so desire. ::takes a sip of the drink::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
VADM: Good evening, ma'am.

ACTION: There are several tables, all of them aligned around the apparent main table where the Quirinus crew (sans Counselor) is seated. Dante sits at the head of the table.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::watches the Admiral take a sip of the drink::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes a sip of the drink::

Blu says:
Sulek: it’s a fruit juice, made from the red berries that grow in the trees near the village, mixed with bitter roots and sun fruit.

ACTION: Great warmth passes through the Vice Admiral from the drink. It isn't intoxicating, but it makes her feel good.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::watches the Captain take a sip of the drink::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::takes a sip of the drink:::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CSO: Good evening .....::pauses and smiles::

Blu says:
::takes my seat neat Dante::

ACTION: The Counselor hears a squeaking ... the Monkey / Cat creature that passed through the village crawls up the tree, and is on a branch near her.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::shrugs and picks up her own drink::

Blu says:
Dante: ever thing is ready to eat.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::takes a sip::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::barely touches his tongue to the liquid, tasted carefully::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Blu: It is quite good.  Thank you again for your kindness.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks over at the creature and just stares at it::

 Dante says:
Blu: I give you my appreciation, Blu. ::Gently bops him on the forehead::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
Self:  Ummm.  ::takes a big gulp::

ACTION: The creature with its wide eyes stares back.

VADM_Sheridan says:
All: Oh this is wonderful. Please drink everyone.

Blu says:
Sulek: any time my friends.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Takes a sip from her glass::

 Dante says:
::Gestures to the wide array of food on the table:: ALL: You are all guests of our village, please ... eat.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::huffs at the creature and just keeps looking at it::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Is he being mean to that creature?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::sits there smiling from ear to ear and enjoying her drink::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::eyes widen as she watches the leader swat the poor little guy::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::checks out the food on the table::

ACTION: The creature huffs back in a quite adorable manner.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: drinks a little of the juice :: VADM: This is the juice I saw being prepared in the cooking hut. The natives have already discovered the use of the screw press in preparing this. They are well on their way to devising simple machines.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::begins eating::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Who?  What creature?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks around::

Blu says:
::takes a sip from my cup::

 Dante says:
::Takes a drink:: CO: Sulek, the land across the sea ... is it like our own?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::sips lightly, thinking the juice too sweet for his tastes::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Him, Dante. He seemed to hit Blu a little hard on the head

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::narrows her eyes and sits up on the branch.. Considering if the tree will hold her if she jumps for it:: Annoying beastie

Blu says:
::Looks at Dante and smiles for his approval::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Good juice

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Perhaps it is the primitive nature of the culture, but my struggle as you put it, is not difficult.  It is simply a stronger sense of awareness.  My quandary is more of what would happen to those around us if I let my mental shields lapse.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  It's not our place to judge their cultural practices, no?  ::grabs a juicy looking fruity thing and takes a bite::

ACTION: Much to the surprise of the Counselor, the Monkey / Cat responds - "Who are you calling annoying?"

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::picks at her food::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::stands, leaning on Sulek for support and walks to the first table and checks out the food::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks around for some meat::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Critter: You.. ::huffs and watches it more::

ACTION: The Monkey / Cat - "What --" It pauses as it realizes the Counselor responded to it. "You can understand me?"

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Foods good. Dante: An excellent meal

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: reaches for a bowl and finds it full of the grubs he saw the children collecting earlier :: Self: Hmmm... Interesting...

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::whispers:: CMO: Sweetie you want to take a walk back along the beach after dinner?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::nods at the XO and keeps eating::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Critter: it would seem so... the better question is why can you talk..

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::decides to join the admiral at the food table::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::selects some interesting looking items then moves on to the next table::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Smiles:: CEO: I ::Moves closer:: Would love that.

ACTION: The Monkey / Cat - "Everyone can 'talk.' The more important question is ... how do you understand my talk?"

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: pops a grub in his mouth and crunches :: Self: Delicious.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::takes a cue and tries a couple of grubs::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Well let's go serve ourselves have a couple of drinks and be on our way.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Here.  Try this.  ::holds a piece of fruity thing up to the XO's lips::

 Dante says:
XO: I give you my appreciation, Commander. ::Gently bops him on the head, nothing painful:: But Blu is the one who mostly prepared it.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::settles back to her branch:: Critter: I don't know.. 

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::notices what the CSO is eating for the first time...and abruptly puts down her piece of food.::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::sees the green pudding and avoids it::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::swallows and goes a bit pale::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::gets up and takes Harriet by the hand::

ACTION: The Monkey / Cat crawls over and sniffs the Counselor - "I'm Neet. Are you named?"

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Try's some of the food and is surprised to find a wonderful taste melting in her mouth::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turning:: Dante: No the land is somewhat different.  It tends to be more cultivated, But as you may have guessed by my companions, there are many people there.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::watches Dante and chuckles::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::picks up something blue and takes a bite:: Self: Ooo, nice and spicy. ::places in on her plate and moves on::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sees the XO get bopped and grins weakly::

 Dante says:
::Looks around:: CO: So I see. None of you have arms like ours. And some of you are of brilliant hues ... ::Looks at Kraight and Beldaur::

Ens. Rio says:
::Gobbles up his food, seems quite famished::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  No appetite?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: helps himself to a few more grubs ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: That was good

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::takes a deep breath:: CTO: I seem to have...lost my appetite.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  The food taste goods.  Just maybe... don't watch the others?

CPO Beldaur says:
::With a grub hanging out of his mouth:: OPS: Why is that?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::heads back to her seat and sits quietly and eats::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::smiles at the XO and grabs another interesting looking food item::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: Yes.  But as with the Ew, we try to all be friends despite some of our people's differences.

Blu says:
Dante: if you will excuse me.

Ens. Y'Et says:
::Remains furry and non-famished::

 Dante says:
::Nods at Blu::

 Dante says:
CO: That is admirable, Sulek.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::grabs a plate and serves himself and Harriet:: CMO: What do you want from here?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: I'm getting full. Some of this is so rich

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::gulps and stands:: All: Excuse me......  ::bolts for the trees::

Blu says:
::gets up from the table and walks to the edge of the jungle to conduct his business, looks at the sunset:: self:  what a nice evening

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::places some food on his plate and moves to the next table:: Dante: Your people are no less admirable in their acceptance of us.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::watches Jade dash off::  XO:  Apparently it doesn't agree with everyone.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::looks about the table:: CEO: Anything; it doesn't matter.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::concerned:: CTO: I hope she is all right

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:
::Watches Ms. Morgan rush off to return the food to where it originated from::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::scans the table and selects a few pieces of fruit and returns to the table::

Jakea says:
::Eating happily, looks puzzled at OPS' sudden rushing off::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::serves up a couple of things for the both of them with some fruit and takes her back with the food to the table::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::makes it to the trees just in time::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: gets up and goes to the buffet table, where he picks out a few items before returning to his seat ::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  If she's not back soon, I'll go find her.  ::sees the plate of grubs, takes one and pops it in her mouth::

ACTION: The sun has set, hundreds of stars appear in the sky ... illuminating everything. There is no moon.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he sits and takes a drink, then observes the eating customs of the Ew around him::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: I trust she'll see the doctor if necessary

VADM_Sheridan says:
::sees Jade leaving, a bit green around the gills and decides to check on her:: OPS: You all right young lady? ::tries to be comforting::

Blu says:
::looks up at the stars:: Self: what a nice night

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::chews and swallows::  XO:  Yumm.  Jade is very sensible Sir.  ::looks up at the sky::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Critter: name.. You actually have a name?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::sits down and begins to eat:: CMO: Well I will give you this much, this far they are very nice, generous, and they are good cooks.

Neet says:
CNS: Yes. I'm Neet. What, I don't deserve a name?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks up at the Admiral:: ADM: Yes, Sir...just a bit queasy. ::smiles weakly::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: NO.. I simply find it.. odd... I am Teim

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he  looks up at the stars and speaks to no one in particular:: it is an amazing sky ::he chides himself silently for such a momentary lapse of emotionalism::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: picks up what appears to be the leg of a small, not unlike an Earth rabbit, and eats ::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::nods in agreement and digs in::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::has another handful of grubs::

ACTION: The OPS and Admiral hear talking from above. They can hear the Counselor ... and something squeaking. But that's all they hear, squeaking ... not the words the Counselor is hearing.

VADM_Sheridan says:
OPS: Do you want me to fetch the doctor? I believe she's just over there. ::points behind her::

Neet says:
CNS: How's that odd ... everything has a name.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::picks up a piece of what looks like quail and eats it::

CPO Beldaur says:
TO: Aren't these perfect?!

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: true.. so what kind of beastie are you?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::decides to forgo the rest of the meal:: Adm: Not at all, Sir. I'm fine...really! Please go back and enjoy yourself. I'll be fine, I just need a bit of fresh air.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sees Wolverton chowing down across the table.  TO:  Kind of reminds one of the food on Qo'noS.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks up and wonders who is talking::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CPO: Errr...the best larvae I've ever eaten.

Neet says:
CNS: I don't think I'm a beast ... some people have given me names ... but I don't know what exactly I am. I'd like to just be thought of as Neet.

Blu says:
::After completing his business, goes back to the party and takes his seat::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::is surprised at the variety of foods::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::nods thoughtfully to Cherry:: CTO: Crunchier, I think.

VADM_Sheridan says:
OPS: Are you sure? ::sighs:: I wish I had a med kit.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks up:: ADM: I'm not alone...Ris'Mor is up there.

CPO Beldaur says:
TO: Isn’t it though?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: very well...

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
TO:  A little more delicately seasoned too, I think.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::picks up most of a small animal carcass that seems to have been cooked and digs in::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::samples what he hopes are only fruits and vegetables and finds that they are all rich in taste::

Neet says:
CNS: You're pretty big, shouldn't you be down there with the different ones?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::hears her name called and looks down from her tree to see the OPS and ADM close by::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  I'm stuffed.  ::pushes her chair away from the table slightly and leans back::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Comsiderimg dat I cam smill feel my mongue....

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: and what makes you think I'm not up hear waiting for a snack your size to happen by?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks up again:: CNS: Counselor, is that you up there?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::tries to make sense out of what the TO just said, but fails::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sees a stump and sits down carefully::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Me too ::yawns:: Sleepy too ::tired smile::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks down at the ADM and huffs:: ADM: yes.. I am up here...

Neet says:
::Narrows his wide eyes:: CNS: Well that's plain rude. You'd eat me? Why I ought to thump ya! ::Lifts paws to take a swing at the CNS, but loses grip, and just barely keeps himself from falling off the branch::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CNS: Why don't you come down and join us? ::motions her down::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks up::  XO:  It would be nice to just lie out in the open and look at that sky.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks she is going to lose a few pounds on this mission::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::drinks the last from his cup and looks around seeing Blu:: Blu: Where might I find some more of this drink?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::takes what looks like a slice of peach and feeds it to Harriet: CMO: You like?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::regards Neet and huffs::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::swallows::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::leans back:: CTO: Let me know when it's fashionably early to leave

Blu says:
Sulek: I will bring you some more.

Neet says:
::Tries to refrain from sticking out tongue at the large "creature"::

Blu says:
::goes back inside one of the huts and bring out some more juice::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: It's wonderful. ::Begins to feed him what looks like a piece of apple::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Aye Sir.  ::smiles contentedly as she looks up at the stars::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::picks the bones clean::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::takes a bite::

Blu says:
Sulek: here you go ::fills the cup::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks around for some water to drink::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CNS: Please come down Counselor.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::leans his head back and looks up at the stars...suddenly it hits him, and he tries to determine their position from what he recognizes::

 Dante says:
::After taking a chomp of some food:: CO: Are there Verun where you come from?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::eyes Neet and then climbs down out of the tree:: ADM: yes?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: And how do you like that?

ACTION: The XO, and only the XO, hears a little girl's voice nearby ... "Twinkle twinkle little star ..."

VADM_Sheridan says:
::motions her down again:: CNS: please?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Blu: You service is again appreciated. ::following Dante's cue, he gently bops him on the head::

Neet says:
::Watches the CNS warily:: CNS: What, no goodbye?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices there is no moon::

ACTION: The Vice Admiral only hears squeaking up near by the CNS, while the CNS hears the talking...

Blu says:
::Bows for the approval received from the CO::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::gives up trying to make sense of the stars:: CTO: We'll we're nowhere near home, that’s for sure. ::points:: the stars.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at Ris'Mor::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks back up at the annoying critter and huffs... then looks back at the admiral::

Neet says:
CNS: Stop huffing at me!

VADM_Sheridan says:
CNS: What is that squeaking noise up there? I hope it's not something dangerous.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: In my land there is a beast that seems to be similar to what you have told me the Verun.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;shakes his head to block out the sound of the little girl::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
ADM: not dangerous.. Annoying mostly.. Did you need something from me?

VADM_Sheridan says:
OPS: Did you hear that squeaking up there?

 Dante says:
::Looks interested:: CO: Oh? Tell me more of this creature ... these creatures ... what are they like? ::Fears the worst::

Blu says:
Pangborn: are you having fun my friend?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks up into the tree as she realizes, perhaps for the first time, that the CNS is not like the rest of them.::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CNS: No Counselor, I just wanted you to join the rest of us here.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::is distracted from stargazing by the XO shaking his head.  Turns to look at him questioningly::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks up:: Blu: Yes?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods:: ADM: Aye, Sir.

ACTION: The XO turns to find lil' Sara MacTavish, daughter of former Inspector MacTavish (PRISM Agent) of the Quirinus standing there in a brilliant red dress. She has a big smile on her face.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: realizes that both the Admiral and Lt. Morgan have left the party... decides some investigation is in order ::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
ADM: I think it better I stay where I am.. besides I already ate...

Neet says:
::Decides to huff at the CNS in return::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::stares at the hallucination, not mentioning it to anyone::

Trickster Sara MacTavish says:
XO: North Star kind of hiding from you, huh?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wonders what the XO is staring at::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CNS: Very well, but be careful up there please.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Thanks for the fruit. ::kisses her::

Neet says:
::Doesn't understand a word the Vice Admiral is saying ... only that she is talking to the Counselor in some peculiar language he can't understand::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:: thinks 'just a bit' , but says nothing::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
ADM: oh don't worry.. I have very good climbing equipment.. ::lets her claws out.. noticing how sharp they have gotten from all the tree bark over the last few hours::

Trickster Sara MacTavish says:
::Picks up the sides of her dress and walks over to the XO's side:: XO: What's a matter ... afraid you'll get lost and never find your way home from Never Never land?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Gives him a very passionate kiss::

Jakea says:
::Stares at the CMO & CEO intently::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  You are right Sir.  That configuration of stars doesn't look at all familiar.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::remains mute ' I don't know little one, I kind of like it here'::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: walks out from the village, in the direction he saw the Admiral leave ::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::walks back to the table and sits watching some of the Ew's as they eat::

Trickster Sara MacTavish says:
::As if she can hear what the XO thinks:: XO: Is that a fact? Would you like it less if she was gone ..? ::Gestures to the CTO::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::glances over at OPS::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: It is a feral like creature like your Verun, called a le'matya.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: runs into the Admiral on her way back :: VADM: Is everything all right, ma'am?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices one of the ew starring at the CMO and CEO kissing.  Wonders what he makes of it::

Neet says:
CNS: So what's the deal ... you're too good for them? I guess I can understand ...

VADM_Sheridan says:
CSO: Fine, fine. ::seems distracted::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::chews in a pungent root::

Blu says:
::after his chores are concluded, decides to go for a walk and work off his meal before bed time::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::struggles to control himself, to stop himself from speaking to it...' You just try....' :::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::eyes the critter and then walks into the jungle.. tossing her tunic and beads on a rock as she goes:: 

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::watches the counselor walk away::

Trickster Sara MacTavish says:
::The cute little smile turns into something more wicked:: XO: Or you'll do what? Kill me? Been there, done that Commander ... ::Spins around and curtsies:: Obviously didn't get you anywhere.

Blu says:
::heads for the great jungle beyond::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::closes his eyes and quietly counts to ten::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: I our culture one of the rites of passage is to travel into the wilderness where it is quite possible that we might face this creature.  They are, now, quite rare despite our best efforts to preserve them.

Neet says:
CNS: Hey! No need to be rude about it! ::Has this sudden sense of something scary being around, so he hops after the only person that seems to understand him::

 Dante says:
::Nods and listens intently to the CO::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks toward the jungle, straining to catch sight of Lt. Morgan ::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Still sleepy?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: You think, we could slip out now?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes a drink from his cup::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Smiles deviously:: CEO: Why not?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::distracted:: CTO: No....not anymore

Neet says:
::Keeps up with the Counselor, hoping from branch to branch:: CNS: Hey! Wait up!

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Captain may we be excused sir?

Blu says:
::Notices some lovely flowers and heads for them::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::goes a good 20 meters into the dark.. She can still see.. She is a cat after all.. And finds a large tree to climb.. With a nice view of the south beach and the village from the upper branches.. Settles there and huffs watching the bubbling waters::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::is surprised at his tone, as he doesn't sound relaxed at all::  XO:  Everything all right Sir?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::notices that her cup has been refilled and begins to play with the liquid, dipping her finger in the center of the cup and then sucking it::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::abrupt:: CTO: Yes

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::stands and stares at the stars:: Telarus: Be sure to thank our  before you go.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::mumbles::  XO:  Sorry for asking.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CO: Yes sir.

Blu says:
::Picks some flowers and looks for more to take back to his girl friend Teco, walks in to the jungle::

 Trickster Sara MacTavish says:
::Gets close to the XO and whispers:: <W> XO: You're going to kill her, you know? ::Then fades away::

Blu says:
::Looks up and relives he doesn’t know where he is::  self: oops think I got lost

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::closes her eyes for a few seconds::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: Do you have names for your stars?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::goes around to the s first Jakea and Blu and a whole group of the Ew and thanking them for their great food and their hospitality::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: don't you have something important and critters like to be doing?

Blu says:
::Tries to find the path again and goes further into the jungle::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::breaks out of the shock and grabs Cherry:: CTO: No, no, you're going to be fine, just fine. ::pulls her close::

Neet says:
CNS: Yeah, talking to you. You're the first "critter" in a long time to respond to me ... usually it's all growls, and hoots, and croaks ...

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Let's go honey.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::is surprised::  XO:  Of course I am, Sir.

 Dante says:
CO: The stars? ::Looks up:: Ohhh ... yes, the bright lights.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: lucky me..

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Stands up with the CEO::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::sits at the table, twiddling his thumbs::

Neet says:
::Gets beside the CNS:: CNS: I'm sorry if I was ... uhm, rude earlier. Jus', you know, I was kind of shocked...

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::holds her hand and keeps her close to her to keep her warm as they walk away towards the beach::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::hears Dante and looks up at the stars::

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:
::The female Engineer looks solemnly across at the TO:: TO: Having a good time?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Yes of course you are ::relaxes:: and always will be

 Dante says:
CO: Well ... no ... we don't usually name them ... is that a tradition you carry out in your land?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices the CEO and CMO walking away from the village::  XO:  Sir?  Do you think its wise for the crew to be wandering around in the dark with those Verun thingies or whatever they are about?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::lets her tail swing back and forth in the wind and listens to the noisy forest around her.. :: Neet: I'm sure.. imagine my surprise..

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks around:: Eisenhower: It's too quiet.

Neet says:
::His tail swings in a similar fashion to the CNS' ... they sit together, the tiny Monkey / Cat and his new friend::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: And how do you believe they were created?

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:
::Shakes head:: TO: Ohhh, no. I don't need that. I'm depressed as it is ... the last thing I need is the Tac Officer telling me that we're in danger ...

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sighs and decides that she really should rejoin the group...how bad could dessert actually be?::

Blu says:
Self: I think I am deeper than I know the way. ::keeps walking, looking for anything familiar::

ACTION: Beyond the other side of the village / valley (opposite of the shore), Blu continues to get lost amidst the plant life and flowers ... suddenly, he hears a rasping whisper ... "Where do you be? Where can you be?"

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: I trust they will be able to take care of themselves ::still shaken::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::grins:: Eisenhower: But it's my job.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::leans on the table and sighs as she watches she watches the stars and Dante and the Captain::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: Our cultures have many ideas about the lights.

Blu says:
Self:: I think I am hearing things, I must get home

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  If you say so Sir.  Maybe we should take a walk as well then?

 Dante says:
CO: That is something the Manti would wonder about. They haven't been to our village in a while ...

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::pulls a banana out of the tree.. or at least it looks like a banana.. I think.. and sniffs at it.. she is a bit hungry and fishing in the dark isn't all the appealing::

ACTION: The whispers from the brush continue ... "But you are home"

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: returns to the village, but doesn't sit down just yet ::

Blu says:
::looks around, but keeps moving:: Voice: who is this? Show yourself!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: No. I must meet with the captain. In private. There is a matter I've been neglecting

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: the Manti? Tell me about the Manti.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::gets up::

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:
::Shakes her head:: TO: No kidding ... well, it doesn't seem like we're in much of a threat ... other than being who knows where ... with no way to get back ... no way to contact the Quirinus ... no idea what to do next ...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: I will be back

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::nods at the XO as he stands::

 Dante says:
CO: They are like us, Ew. They have four arms. They believe in things that most people do not. They would have the answers you seek ... perhaps names for the lights ... perhaps who created them. But like I said, they have not been this way in a while ... there is fear that the Verun got them.

Blu says:
::stops walking and looks around::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks around for Jade to chatter at::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::stands up and begins to walk back towards the group::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Moves over to Sulek's table, nods at the admiral and :: Sulek: Captain, I need to speak to you...in private.

ACTION: Blu sees nothing, but another whisper, nearby begins ... "You are safe ... there are no worries ..."

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
Eisenhower: But none of that's a surprise, at least. Errr...why are you depressed, if I can ask?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Begins to kiss the CEO passionately after they are far from the village::

Neet says:
::Looks at the banana in the CNS' hands with some interest::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::eats the banana and reaches for another::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::suddenly remembers an old verse from her childhood and recites it:: Self: Twinkle, twinkle, little star......

Blu says:
Voice: who’s there? Where are you?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::doesn’t see her.  Keeps looking around feeling a bit guilty for not checking on her when she ran off::

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:
::Grumbles into her drink:: TO: Because I had a date with this amazing guy from Sickbay, but nooo, I had to be called away on this AMAZING Journey ...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::stares at the admiral:: VADM: Where did you come up with that?

ACTION: "We are friends..." The whispers continue.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to Pangborn:: Pangborn: Of course.  Dante: If you will excuse me, my friend wishes to speak with me.  I thank you for your hospitality.  ::bows slightly::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
Eisenhower: "Amazing" is a relative term anyway.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::hands Neet over a piece of fruit:: Neet: ask.. Don’t drool

VADM_Sheridan says:
::turns to the XO:: XO: I don't know Commander, it just popped into my head.

 Dante says:
::Nods:: CO: Go with peace. I wish to speak with you more on these creatures you have talked of, later.

Blu says:
Voice: yes, we are friends.  But who are you friend? May I see you?

Neet says:
::Smiles his cute Monkey / Cat smile, and eagerly takes the banana:: CNS: So gracious! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Sufficiently into the darkness for this talk captain ::leads the way::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::kisses her back passionately can't wait for the beach::

ACTION: "Of course you can see us ... in all due time ... just follow the whispers ... we'll lead you home ..."

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns and follows the XO::

Blu says:
Voice: please take me home I’m getting scared.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::arrives back in the village, nodding to the CO and XO as she passes by them::

ACTION: The whispers to Blu seem to indicate a path. Whether it is the right path remains to be seen.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Captain, I'm afraid we're confronted with two very real scenarios. Neither of them pleasant

Blu says:
::follows the path with caution::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sees Jade emerging from the darkness.  Gets up and walks to meet her::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: continue.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: One, the trickster is back

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::shakes her head and sits up.. hears a rustle in the bushes below and waits to see who it is.. huffs at the pig hunting for scraps by smell and reaches for another tree with small red berries on it::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Two: I have gone insane.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  Feeling better?

Neet says:
::Looks down at the wild hog thing:: <W> CNS: Shhhh ... those are dangerous.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: walks towards Morgan as she returns from the jungle ::

Jakea says:
Dante: Sire, Dante ... where has Blu gotten off to?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::stifles a giggle at the notion of dating somebody from medical::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles:: CTO: Yes, thanks. Having fun yet?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: do they climb trees?

 Dante says:
::Takes a sip of his drink, then looks at Jakea in wondering:: Jakea: That is a good question ...

Neet says:
::Peers down at the wild hog thing:: CNS: Mmmm ... nope.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  A lovely time, actually.  I'm a bit nervous about everyone wandering off though.

 Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:
::Obviously annoyed:: TO: What's so funny!

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Are you all right, Lieu...  Jade?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::pauses:: Pangborn: If you were insane, you would not likely be aware of it.  As to the Trickster being back, I take it you've had other visits since the Ferengi vessel.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::runs his hands up her back:: CMO: I haven't had this much fun since we first met.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::nods at the CSO as he comes over::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Neet: then I would call it dinner for two.. ::claws into the other tree and swings over to it.. finding a good place to sit and pick a few berries::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::tugs on her skirt a little to adjust it and recites another line:: Self: How I wonder what you are....

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
Eisenhower: Funny? Why, did I laugh? ::grins::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::turns his back to him:: Sulek: Yes. Only I'm the only one that can hear or see him/it

Neet says:
::Hops over to stay beside the CNS::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Smiles leaning into his chest:: CEO: Me neither.

Lt. Jg. Eisenhower says:
::Growls as women do, and stomps off::

Ens. Rio says:
::Takes Eisenhower's seat with a chuckle:: TO: Nice job.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::continues:: Self: Up above the world so high, like a diamond in the sky......

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::finally surrenders and guffaws::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::picks her up continuing to kiss her and finally end up on the ground::

Ens. Rio says:
::Laughs along with the TO::

Blu says:
::follows the whispers down the path::

CPO Beldaur says:
::Swallows some grub, quite confused at what just occurred with Eisenhower::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Ben, the trickster operated on a very specific pattern.  It would be unlikely that it would now attack only one person unless it were to gain some measure of control of that person.

ACTION: The whispers to Blu continue ... "Yes, yes, follow us home ... follow us home to where you shall roam ..."

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Yeah. That leaves us with scenario two

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles at the CSO:: CSO: I am now, thanks.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Moves her arms over his back tracing his spine::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods :: OPS: Glad to hear it.

Blu says:
::follows the whispers farther down the path, looking around, nothing is familiar yet:: self: this can’t be it is it? Voices: this is wrong, where are you?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::sits in the tree and munches.. Relieved to not be around any one right now.. she might say something about this whole trip she'll get demoted for::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::finishes her verse and leans on her arm:: All: Ok people, who's got dessert?

Neet says:
CNS: So ... want to talk about it?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Since you know exactly what it is, it would be difficult for it to control you. In your second scenario, I do not believe that you have had momentary lapses of sanity.  Such lapses usually go unnoticed by the subject.  Perhaps there is a third scenario.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks over at the critter and huffs:: Neet: for a small critter you have a big mouth

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::kicks back and relaxes ever so slightly::

Neet says:
CNS: Kept me a live this long ...

ACTION: Meanwhile, in the far off jungle on the other side of the valley, the whispers suddenly end ... and Blu is knocked over by something. Snarls and growls occur from all over the place, as Blu disappears into the brush, screaming in horrific terror ... the sounds of tearing flesh and other bad things are heard.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: If only we had more time to ourselves before.

ACTION: ... then the flowers and plants no longer rustle, and we see two glowing red eyes stare out from them.

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