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

The Peculiar Journey of Love
Chapter Two: 
“Striking the Match”

Arc Title: The Peculiar Journey of Love Chapter Two: “Striking the Match”
Mission Number: 286
Creator: Michael Jones
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10407.12

Previously …

In the aftermath of saving the Aquati, the crew were gifted with one of their land vehicles, and once again sent on their way. 

Having previously been on exhausting walks amidst this Journey, the crew enjoyed the rest provided by the technological marvel. Not all of the crew slept, however, some watched in amazement as they past through a crystalline forest.

Eventually, Commander Pangborn had the crew stop to eat. They set up a temporary camp while the CEO prepared a meal, and spoke amongst themselves. Some of the crew discovered they were perhaps at the end of this world, and the beginning of the next as nearby the crystalline forest gave way to a real one … and beyond that, a clearing where a small town (and apparently a train) lay. 

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 vessel’s, 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 his life time, but has recently come to terms with the tragedies of his past, and is now working to step forward in life. To help him on this Journey is his current love interest, Quirinus CTO, Lieutenant Cherry.

Jeffrey Brown is Lieutenant Commander 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.

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 this with all the responses of the crew when she was feared to be dying. Now, Morgan has been blessed (or cursed?) with an amazing new gift: to see the auras of people, and as well as their pasts, presents, or futures.

Jane Rowley is Lieutenant 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.

Erryn Pollock is Ensign Lance Wolverton – Tactical Officer of the Quirinus, the human Wolvington 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.

Ben Barbato is Ensign Benjamin Grainger – Formerly the Flight Control Officer of the Norway Class U.S.S. Warsaw, Grainger was just recently “acquired” by the Gateway as a replacement for Ensign Y’Et who may or may not be deceased. The human male has been thrust into the midst of this Journey, and may take a while before he is able to get his footing.

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?

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.

Ensign Albert Rio – Security Officer Rio seems to be struggling with his sense of identity: is he a fiancee 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.

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. 

Neet – The adorable Monkey / Cat creature known as Neet was first found in the land of the Ew some months ago. At first he grew to be a constant companion of Counselor Ris’Mor, the crew’s resident Caitian. However, the Counselor has now vanished, and Neet has been drifting amongst the crew, alone and perhaps neglected. 

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

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks for something suspicious::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::listens as the Aquati Vehicle rumbles towards the town with the AT.::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks off at the town, the looks at Sulek:: Sulek: Looks like thats our cue

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::is waiting rather impatiently for them to get where they are going::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: has clambered atop the wagon for a better view ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Cue, Commander?

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Aquati vehicle is apparently moving out of the crystalline forest now.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::sitting quietly for a change::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::holds onto her small bag as she bumps along in the vehicle::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::watches as they pass out of the forest::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::coughs:: Sulek: The horn. Um, meaning, it's time for us to go....human colloquialism

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The trees around the moving vehicle start to slow get replaced by real, non crystal trees.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Sitting next to the TO:: TO: I'm going to miss the crystals.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: ahh yes, well worth the investigation.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::regrets not having a chance to whack the crystal trees with a metal rod just to hear what it sounded like::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::wonders who's replacing the trees::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::gets a sudden urge to smile and is not sure why::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Take us into town Ben

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
EO: I don't know...I think I'm ready for real trees again. The crystal ones were interesting, but...

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
XO: Aye aye. ::heads towards the town, leans a bit harder on the accelerator::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::leans her head back against the wall as she listened to the others speaking::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::peeks out of the back of the vehicle at the last of the crystalline trees and sighs::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
VADM:  That was something you don't see every day.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks over at Cherry:: CTO: Excuse me, what was that Lt?

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The vehicle speeds up, leaving a trail of dust behind them as they depart the real wood into a clearing ... the dirt road leading down toward a larger stone road, which in turn moved into the small town from which the horn was heard.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks around the vehicle::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
VADM:  Living crystal... if in fact they were really alive.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks ahead::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::slows the vehicle as they approach the town::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: It's life Cherry, but not as we know it. ::grin::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Smiles:: TO: Yeah.

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The vehicle bounces as it moves onto the stone road.

VADM_Sheridan says:
CTO: I wish I could have had some time to study them.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Grainger: Try to take the vehicle to the source of the horn, if possible.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::smiles:: EO: I guess my training didn't prepare me for translucent flora.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
XO:   Life nonetheless... fascinating.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
XO: Yes sir. ::heads towards what he believes is the source::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
VADM:  With a tricorder.  ::grins::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks towards Sulek and just smiles::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Sits closer to the TO, and snuggles::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks behind... shouts to the Captain :: CO: Captain! A monowheel vehicle is approaching us from astern!

VADM_Sheridan says:
CTO: Another thing I miss....equipment!

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notices Sheridan's smile and is very moved by it::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The monowheel vehicle zooms past the Aquati vehicle, it's occupant not even giving them a parting glance, and continues on into the town.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
VADM:  And replicators.   ::tries to recall the last time she had a hot fudge sundae::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Astern I believe is a nautical term, I believe you can say rear...::watches as the other passes::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::settles against the side of the vehicle and enjoys the company::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::is getting a headache and very grumpy::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The CEO & CMO are as well snuggling in the back.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at the vehicle:: Sulek: Signs of an advanced civilization - it occurs to me, we are moving forward in terms of technology, it's possible we may slowly be approaching our own time.....

VADM_Sheridan says:
::smiles at Cherry:: CTO: Oh for some chocolate cake.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::shouting:: Monowheel: Hey! Watch it! ::delivers an ancient Earth hand gesture::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns rapidly to follow the monowheel's passage ::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> FCO: Wanna roll down the window before you do that?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: or near the same level.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Ben, lets hope they took that as a Good thing

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The Aquati vehicle arrives in the town. Various stores with glowing and hovering signs align the streets. There are several parked monowheel-vehicles.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
XO: Sorry sir.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::glares at the FCO::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Each world has been progressively advanced - we started primitive as I recall

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Monowheel vehicles capable of that speed imply a sophisticated understanding of physics, sir. Such vehicles became popular on Earth in the mid-to-late 21st century.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks over at the XO all dreamy eyed::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: true, but in your own culture monowheeled vehicles preceded stellar cartography by some years.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wonders when the CSO became such a know-it-all::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Several folk are out and about. The prominent appearance is that of pale skin, green hair, green lips. There are other people though ... some with multi-colored horns ... some with spots all over. They are all humanoid. Some smile and wave as they pass the Aquati vehicle, as if it was something they see often.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::thinks now is probably not the time, but still::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::wonders where he can get one of those monowheels::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::catches Cherry’s glance and returns the look wile a quiet smile::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Ready to disembark?

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::moves slightly closer to the XO::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::notices the lovebirds and rolls her eyes::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: To use Mr. Kraight's vernacular, heave to.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: jumps down from the wagon's roof, and puts his moccasins back on ::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::looks around himself and at the rest of the crew to see what their reaction to the new species is::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::rummages in her bag for something sweet:: Self: I know have it here somewhere.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::puts his arm around Cherry, guiding her down to street level after opening the door::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::hopes he's parked legally::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::smiles up at him and moves closer::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::snuggles with his wife::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: It is a pleasant warm evening, as the sky is rapidly becoming purple to black, the stars appearing in the sky.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Moves to the exit and steps down, awaiting Sheridan::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Ben, make sure we don't leave anything we Do have behind, there's not much to take....I doubt we'll be seeing this vehicle again

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks about warily as he disembarks::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::steps down and looks around sourly::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Keeps at the TO's side::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sir, do you wish to post a guard on the vehicle?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::holds out his hand to help Sheridan down::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::smiles at the friendly looking green people::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
XO: Aye sir. ::does a quick check of the vehicle::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::moves to the edge of the vehicle and sees Sulek standing there:: CO: Why thank you. :;takes his offered hand::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks up at the night sky, looking for stars he can recognize:: CTO: Look up. Do you see any star systems you recognize?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: I do not believe that it will be necessary judging from the inhabitant's reaction.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::really needs to get away from these people for a while::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks up at the stars.  Thinks only about how romantic the sky looks::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::grabs her hand and holds on for a brief moment even after she is down::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: The horn sounds ... and they finally see it.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Nothing I recognize...we're not in our system, that I can tell

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::wonders what the heck is wrong with her.  She should be on her guard, but just can't resist::

VADM_Sheridan says:
~~~CO: Your hand burns hot my dear friend.~~~

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::jumps slightly and turns towards the sound::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns at the sound ::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
XO:  You're so wonderful.....

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: Just barely two blocks away is a large train station, and behind it, a glimmering, glowing train. Neon lights adorn certain parts of the train, and a nice few amount of people are getting onboard.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::groans out loud and walks a few feet away::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: stares :: Self: Fascinating...

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::studies the natives::

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> OPS: Are you all right, Lieutenant?

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::turns to the sound and sees the station:: All: There.  We go there.  Be sure you have everything.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::pats Cherry on the back:: Cherry: Thank you ::broad smile:: I think that’s our cab calling

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
XO:  A train. ::sighs::  How romantic....

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Cherry: The feeling is mutual

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at Beldaur:: CPO: I...am....just peachy, thanks.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::turns and stares at the station:: All: This is lovely.

Host SM_Selan says:
<CPO Beldaur> ::Wonders::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Quite

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::feels all fabulously warm and fuzzy for no apparent reason::

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: A hovering neon sign floats before the station ... "WELCOME TO WAYPOINT"

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he looks at her::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: begins walking toward the train ::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::grabs his gear and begins heading to the station::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::glares at the train::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> ALL: Wait ... we're ditching the well-equipped vehicle for a train ... hullo? Anyone else have a problem with this?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sighs and follows the captain::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;follows Sulek, her hand still feeling his touch::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
Rio:  Oh shut up.  You’re ruining the whole thing.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::walks toward the train, hears Rio and looks at the captain::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
Rio: Mass transit. It's better for the environment.

Host SM_Selan says:
<Ens. Rio> ::Angrily:: CTO: Well --! ::Has nothing to follow that::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Rio: We go where we must.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: stops, turns :: CO: Captain, Mr. Rio does have a point. We will have no control over where the train takes us.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Have we ever had control?

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: A smiling green haired woman walks by and comments ... "The train goes everywhere" and keeps walking.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
Rio: We're always hopping from one unknown, dangerous situation to the next...why change now? ::smiles mischievously::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wonders when the captain started thinking with body parts other than his brain::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::wonders what "the train goes everywhere" means exactly::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: opens mouth to answer, shuts it suddenly ::

Host SM_Selan says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Giggles and wraps around the TO's arm tighter::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
FCO: Ben, it's probably a moot point, but once were aboard, try to inconspicuously determine what form of propulsion they're using. In fact, I'm Sure it's a moot point, but please do it anyways

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::stares after the green woman::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns back to the train and begins walking slowly down the length of the locomotive, studying it carefully ::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: Sulek, now we take a new path of discovery. ::smiles and wonders where those words came from::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::a little confused:: XO: Aye sir.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::watches the green-haired one for a moment himself, wondering::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Serena: It is why we came.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::wonders if they are ever actually going to get on the train.  Would rush ahead but doesn't want to leave Pangborn's side::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks if Eisenhower continues to giggle that she may have to slap her one::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Ready for this path we must take? Some of the crew look reluctant. ::quietly:: An order might help here

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: As they draw closer, they see that the illuminated train seems to be Earth-like in design ... but the metals and technology that make up it are DEFINITELY not terran. There aren't even wheels, it seems to be attached to a single-railed track.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::is mesmerized by the train lights:: CO: Perhaps to discover the truth?

Host SM_Selan says:
ACTION: There is a "ticket booth" blocking their entrance to the train.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::feeling her close to him, keeps an arm around Cherry::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks at the monorail-type transport suspiciously::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: A reminder, when we the gateway took us, we knew that it was an unknown.  This is the reason we came.  This is the reason we are in Starfleet.  Facing the unknown.  Now we meet our next quest.  Everyone, it is time to board.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CO: Sir, what should we do about the ticket booth?

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
XO:  I think we need to get tickets.  ::points at the booth::

VADM_Sheridan says:
:;sees the ticket booth:: CO: We have no funds to pay for our fare.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Commander: See what we need to board the train.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::has an urge to smash the ticket booth...then the train::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
VADM: Ma’am, yes we do. ::takes out a couple pieces of gold from their western expedition::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wonders if the captain is trying to convince them...or himself::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CEO: How clever of you.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
VADM: It's what we have left though so this is it for our money.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Cherry: Lets give it a shot ::approaches the ticket booth:: Booth Man: How much for two tickets....er...actually, we're a group

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::waits for the XO to go to the ticket booth to find out what they need to board::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::walks over to OPS:: OPS: You seem a little uneasy. Uh.. umm....something wrong? ::appearing nervous::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::stands beside the XO at the ticket booth::

Host The_Guide says:
::A short, skinny purple-skinned fella with spots and large spectacles looks up:: ALL: Why hello, welcome to Waypoint ... in between here and nowhere.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::chuckles grimly:: FCO: Nervous? Not quite. Just.....annoyed.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::shifts her pack to her other shoulder as they wait::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::stares at the purple guy closely::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Allow me to carry that for you.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::shudders involuntarily at the 'nowhere' comment::

VADM_Sheridan says:
CO: But you have your own. Mine would make it harder for you.

Host The_Guide says:
::Looks at the thirteen of them:: XO: Hmmm ...

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: joins the crew at the ticket booth ::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::smiles winningly at The Guide::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::struggling to make small talk:: OPS: Yeah uh...I bet. So......how was my driving?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Guide: We'd like 14 tickets to nowhere please

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Serena, I am able to bear much more than you, as you well know.

Host The_Guide says:
XO: Fourteen? I only see thirteen.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
FCO: Well, we survived, didn't we?

VADM_Sheridan says:
::smiles and hands him her pack:: CO: As you wish Sulek.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Guide: 13 humanoids, one animal

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes the pack and easily hoists it to his other shoulder::

Host The_Guide says:
XO: Ah, I see. That will be three hundred penchiles.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::notices that the purple guy has a normal aura::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::nods::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks at Pangborn wondering if he has any penchiles stashed on his person::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Guide: What is a penchiles?

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
SELF: Penchiles? Five hot peppers?

Host The_Guide says:
::Stares at the XO like he's insane, then laughs:: XO: Aha, I see you're not from these parts! Well ... what form of currency do you have on you?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Guide: We have some items we can barter with... ::rummages::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::whispers:: XO:  I think the CEO said he had some gold coins

Host The_Guide says:
::Rubs hands:: Oooh, bartering! ::Looks quite eager::

Host The_Guide says:
ACTION: The CEO steps forward and presents the few gold coins he had left over from his winnings in Pahrump.

Host The_Guide says:
::Looks at the coins, takes one and bites it, then puts it down:: XO: Nice. But not enough for fourteen of you ... ::Looks past the group:: What about that?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Guide: These are priceless

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Guide: What?

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks back to see what The Guide is looking at::

Host The_Guide says:
::Points at the vehicle::

Host The_Guide says:
XO: If you're going to nowhere ... will you really need that contraption anymore?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Guide: For passage for all of us, we will trade it

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::pulls the keys out of his pocket, and looks back at the vehicle::

Host The_Guide says:
XO: Fair deal. ::Presses a button::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::nods at Ben::

Host The_Guide says:
ACTION: Suddenly, thirteen glowing circles appear on the crew's right hand ... and soon disappear.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::Sighs:: XO: Here sir. ::hands Pangborn the keys::

Host The_Guide says:
ACTION: A small square appears on Neet's right paw, making him freak out.

Host The_Guide says:
<Neet> ::Squeaking, hopping around, and scratching at his paw::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Hands the keys to the guide:: Guide: Thank you. Are there boarding instructions?

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::watches the circle appear then disappear.  Notices Neet is freaking out::

Host The_Guide says:
XO: The Conductor will guide you on. Just head that way. ::Gestures::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::picks up Neet:: Neet: Calm yourself ::kisses Neet on the nose::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::hides her hand as she sees the circle appear and then disappear::

Host The_Guide says:
<Neet> ::Seems calmed ... although puzzled at the nose kiss::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
All: Follow on......

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks at the XO in shock::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::thinks they probably just got ripped off::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::heads to the train::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::vows that those lips will never touch hers again::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wonder when the XO got so gullible::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: What? It's not like I've never kisses my dog before

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::follows the rest of the crew onto the train::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
XO:  You kiss dogs?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows along::

Host The_Conductor says:
::Gesturing the folk onboard:: ALL: ALL ABOARD! ALL ABOARD!

VADM_Sheridan says:
::keeps looking at the train lights, admiring their sparkling aura::

Host The_Conductor says:
<Neet> ::Senses the CTO is jealous. Leaps onto the XO's shoulder, decides to have fun with this::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Cherry: I did when I was a kid. Haven't for quite some time

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Steps up on the train::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::climbs aboard cautiously::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::follows along to the train eyeing Neet dangerously::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::climbs up, helping Cherry up::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: follows his crewmates aboard ::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::steps up the stairs carefully::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
OPS: After you. ::smiles::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
All: Kissing animal's noses.....you do know he licks his backside with that face, don't you?

Host The_Conductor says:
ACTION: A soothing female voice is heard as they step onto the train - "Welcome visitors. Please follow the arrows to your cabins."

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::glares at the FCO and climbs onboard::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::shudders at OPS words::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::keeping count, that's two glares so far today::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks for the arrows::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::waits to be the last one on to make sure everyone gets on::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::just stares at the operations officer with an idiotic grin:: OPS: Animals are people too.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks for the arrows and then sees them and then begins moving the direction they indicate::
 
Host The_Conductor says:
ACTION: Cherry can almost swear Neet sticks his tongue out at her.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks down for the arrows and follows along::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::bites her tongue......hard.::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::pulls out a device that he was given as a gift from the Aquati's CEO:: Self: Let's hope this works ::takes the devices and hides it deep in a crack in the rail tracks::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::follows the arrows::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::growls at Neet::

Host The_Conductor says:
ACTION: The arrows lead them past several cabins, in which they see a variety of people ... dressed in elaborate clothing ... children ... families ... couples ... etc. Until they are finally guided to seven cabins whose doors slide open.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks he and the fuzz ball deserve each other::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::jumps on and follows the rest of the crew::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: I would be pleased if you would share the journey in my cabin.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::Plucks Neet off his shoulder and puts him down:: Neet: Follow...understand?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CO: They seem quite prepared for our arrival, sir.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
XO: Commander now whose turn is it to con someone out of some currency I got the gun slinging poker players last time.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Indeed they do.

Host The_Conductor says:
ACTION: All the rooms are large ... larger than the train would seem to indicate. They are comfy, and well lit, with a large floating refrigerator in the side.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Almost like they were expecting us

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::picks a cabin at random and steps inside::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::follows Jade into a cabin, determined NOT to be in a room with Neet::

Host The_Conductor says:
<Ens. Rio> CPO: I'm going to end up getting paired with you ... aren't I.

Host The_Conductor says:
<CPO Beldaur> Rio: Is that so bad?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CEO: YOU seem to be really good at it; find a game

VADM_Sheridan says:
::nods reverently:: CO: I would be pleased to do so Sulek.

Host The_Conductor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> TO: So ... wanna share a room?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: May I share your cabin, Lieutenant?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::steps inside the cabin::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::hesitates::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::steps into the cabin and places the packs on the table::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Cherry, care to join me? Neet is going to his own cabin

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
XO: Okay but if I get shot at again I get 2 week leave and some gold latinum to boot when we get back.

Host The_Conductor says:
<Neet> ::Confused as to what is going on::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at them both and shrugs::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::as his duty would indicate, sees the rest of the crew safely into cabins before finding one himself::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::sends a glare in Kraight's direction, and sits down inside his cabin::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::still hesitates::  XO:  Only if you promise....

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::grins::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Cherry: I promise

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: Sure.....the more the merrier.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::thinks of a good con game something like poker looks around the room::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::puts Neet into a cabin:: Neet: Stay here. I will bring food

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::eyes widen:: EO: Shy much?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods :: OPS: Many thanks.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::steps into the cabin and looks around:: CO: This is really quite lovely.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::sticks her tongue out at Neet::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::grabs a cabin with the CMO::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
<CMO> CEO: I am tired I am gonna lay down in here, please bring me some water.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Most comfortable.  I wonder exactly where Nowhere is? ::sits on a couch near the door::

Host The_Conductor says:
::Walks down to the seven cabins:: ALL: Greetings new arrivals. We will be departing in ten minutes, so feel free to get comfortable. Meals will be served in the dining car in approximately one hour. Just a reminder, the Great Traveling Ball will happen tomorrow. Feel free to visit the Enchantment Car to acquire appropriate clothing.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CMO: Okay

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the XO with amazement::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::as his wife sits in the cabin preparing to take a nap he goes and gets some water for her::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::perks up at the promise of clothing::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::Jumps when he finds the little furry creature on top of the fridge::

Host The_Conductor says:
ACTION: The CEO spots a jug of water that seemingly came out of nowhere waiting for him.

VADM_Sheridan says:
::sits beside him:: CO: Nowhere doesn't exist when you are in pleasant company.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Cherry: I bet they even have someone to do your nails

Host The_Conductor says:
<Neet> ::Stares at the FCO::

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::stares back at Neet::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::throws herself down on the nearest couch broodingly::

Host The_Conductor says:
::Hands clasped behind his back:: ALL: Any questions?

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
Neet: I can do this all night.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::eyes light up::  XO:  Do you really think so?

Host The_Conductor says:
<Neet> ::Squeaks::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::thinks how convenient but too convenient maybe grabs the jug::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
Conductor: Do we have to go to this....dance?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::laughs:: Cherry: Ask the conductor

Host The_Conductor says:
<Lt. Jg. Eisenhower> ::Tearing around the TO and her's cabin ... her interest in the surrounding being a combination of her inherent curiosity and duty as an engineer::

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: a ball...could prove to be most enlightening. May I escort you to the ball.  ::slight smile::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::takes the last available room...with the EO::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::eyes the CTO's delight and the word clothing:: CTO: Remember what happend to you and Morgan back on that planet I had to save you because the guy thought you were shoplifters don't have me have to do it again. ::grins::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
CEO:  No, we wouldn't want that to happen.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::watches Erin with amusement::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::glares at the CEO thinking that if looks could kill he'd be a pile of bones.::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::looks surprised at Sulek's comment:: CO: Are you sure about this? It's not necessary my friend.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CTO: Then the Commander gets involved and then we have a big mess to clean up then they throw us off and god only knows after that. I am just kidding hope you can find something nice for youself, the Commander would love to see you all dressed up, good chance to celebrate his recovery.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: I am quite sure.  It is perhaps time that I...we explored new territory for me.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::allows the CTO to get on with her part of the trip and to go over and accompany his wife in the cabin::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::glares at the CEO:: CEO: Uh huh.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: sits down quietly across from Morgan and studies his friend... wondering what is troubling her, but sensing it would be inappropriate to inquire just now ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Lets sleep. I need to crash.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::right before he enters the cabin he hears the XO:: Self: Aww...Jesus. ::keeps walking::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::touches his forehead:: CO: Perhaps...::traces her fingers along his brow:: This is quite.....exhilarating. ::smiles and continues to move her finger over his face::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
XO:  Be there soon.  ::goes and checks out the fridge::

Host The_Conductor says:
ACTION: The floating fridge is filled with all sorts of tasty alien delectables.

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he rises and closes the door to the cabin::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Cherry: Right-O. I'll be napping. Wake me when you come in.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::takes out some food and sniffs it::

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CMO: Here you go honey.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
<CMO>: CEO: Thanks, come over here take a nap with me please.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CMO: Okay, but let's not spend too much time here they have diner in an hour.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::comes back to where Pangborn is resting with plate of snackies::

Host The_Conductor says:
ACTION: There is a light humming which few members of the crew can only feel. If they look out the windows, they can see that the train is departing the station. They hear a dull noise outside; it doesn't take much to realize it's the massive horn, but they can barely hear it inside.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the CSO sullenly::

VADM_Sheridan says:
::calls softly:: CO: Sulek...

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CMO: Then I want you to get a dress from their store here they supposedly have a ball tomorrow as strange as that sounds to have on a train.

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::pops a delicacy into her mouth and chews slowly::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CSO: Long day....longer lifetime.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
<CMO>: CEO: That does sound strange, but hey a party is a party who wants to contest with that.

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::exits his cabin, and knocks on OPS door::

CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::swallows and decides it wasn't half bad.  Eats another one::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: essays a small smile at Morgan :: OPS: I understand. If you wish to talk of it further, I am told I can be a serviceable listener.

CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::thinks to self I wish I had grabbed a soda when I was out don't want to leave Harriet now::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks towards the door::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::naps::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
FCO: Yes?

Host The_Conductor says:
ACTION: The illuminated, neon-adorned train glides out from the town of Waypoint ... taking the Crew onto the next leg of their Journey. Slowly, the crew begin to get comfortable ... as we pan out from Sulek turning from the door of his cabin to the smiling Admiral Sheridan. We then turn, and look out the window ... as spectators will ...

FCO_Ens_Grainger says:
::sees the two of them:: OPS: Oh uh....um. I was just wondering if.....if you had anymore of these blue things in your fridge. Never mind ......::heads back to his cabin::

Host The_Conductor says:
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