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

DESTINYless
Three

Arc Title: Destinyless
Mission Number: 292
Creator: Christopher Dickinson (Based on Storyline by Michael Jones)
Ship Manager: Christopher Dickinson
Stardate: 10408.23

Previously …

The Quirinus crew finds themselves exploring their new world.  The only truly unpleasant topic seems to be a servant class of blue skinned folks - and the masters have mistaken the CSO as one of them. Several hours have passed while the crew has amused themselves.  What will today's mission hold for the crew - more questions (who REALLY did set them up in the hotel?) or actual answers?

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. Since the beginning of this Journey, Sulek has slowly begun to act with emotion. This soon culminated with the beginning of his relationship with Admiral Sheridan. However, his love for Sheridan (and growing emotions) posed a danger to the crew, and he was forced to end the relationship and lock up his emotions once more. The results of this action led to the supposed suicide of Admiral Sheridan. Sulek may feel remorse and worse … but no one can tell. He is beyond such things as emotions now.

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.

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.

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.

Edward Selgas is Lieutenant 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. His relationship with the ship’s Doctor, Harriet Munro, was abruptly ended recently by her choice. Telarus’ subsequent beating given by the enigmatic Nero has not made his life any easier.

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 is doing so with the recent beginning of his relationship with engineer Erin Eisenhower.

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 recently chose to end her months old relationship with the ship’s CEO David Telarus due to personal reasons.

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. Alas, this Journey has held at least something good for her life … a relationship with ship’s TO, Lance Wolverton.

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_ChrisD says:
MISSION PROLOGUE: The Quirinus crew finds themselves exploring their new world.  The only truly unpleasant topic seems to be a servant class of blue skinned folks - and the masters have mistaken the CSO as one of them.
Host SM_ChrisD says:
Several hours have passed while the crew has amused themselves.  What will today's mission hold for the crew - more questions (who REALLY did set them up in the hotel?) or actual answers?
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<<<<<Resume Quirinus 10408.23: DESTINYless, Part 3>>>>>
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::is outside wandering around by herself even though it was her suggestion that no one wander around by themselves::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::having collected the medication from the front desk, he sits in the center of the room meditating::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::wanders the corridors looking for the Captain::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::sitting in the lobby::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::enjoyed her walk in the woods but is now back in town heading towards the so-called "hotel"::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:finds his way to the lobby, eyes the Captain meditating::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::opens his eyes and sees Pangborn across the way.  Rises::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Shall we explore the town?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::smiles at the townspeople she passes, even the blue ones::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Captain. Nice...uh...spot to meditate
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::looks around the street  and sighs as she leans on the porch of the hotel::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Actually there seems to be little activity.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks around:: Sulek: Too little...make you wonder. It's obviously no accident we're here, Question is, why here? Why now?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::turns and looks at the CSO:: CSO: Sure.......
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::stops to admire a vendor's wares::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Vendor>  CTO: Ahhh... I see you've noticed....
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Walks past some blue people smiling and continues on looking at the buildings that line the street::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: steps off the porch, turns towards what appears to be a business district ::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::smiles winningly at the vendor::  Vendor:  Lovely stuff.  ::continues to look it over::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: If you wished to cause mischief, I doubt you would want us in a more busy and elegant hotel.  Whoever booked these rooms obviously was looking for someplace a bit out of the way.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::watching the locals with some interest, noting that Erin is looking a bit bored and sleepy::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Vendor>  CTO: A good eye you have... these items are rare, only found in Umbua.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
Vendor:  May I?  ::gestures that she would like to pick something up and admire it more closely::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I'm with you on that. Maybe a short excursion into town will shed some light on the situation. I've observed the hotel. There's nothing going on here.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns back to Morgan :: OPS: Coming?
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Bellboy> ::Walks up to the Captain, and waits politely::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Vendor> ::Nods to the CTO, and smiles his best smile::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::smiles and straightens:: CSO: Yes. ::walks towards him::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Very likely.  ::turns and sees the Bellboy:: Bellboy: Yes?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::picks something up and examines it closely::  Vendor:  What is this exactly?
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: the pair of adventurers continue down the street ::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Bellboy> ::Holds out what appears to be a letter of some kind.  More lines adorn the front, making no sense to the CO's eye::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::looks around the town with interest::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at Sulek::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Bellboy: I am afraid I do not read your language.  Could you tell me what it says?
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Vendor>  CTO: That is a thirty-second century locket.  Notice the hand carvings?  The second line is the signature of a famous sculptor.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::squints at the second line::  Vendor:  It's lovely.  ::looks it over for a catch or latch::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: May I ask you a personal question, Jade?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::looks at the CSO curiously:: CSO: Sure...I guess.
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Bellboy>  CO: Certainly sir.  ::Opens the letter and unfolds a piece of paper::  It seems you are invited to dinner this evening at Mister Hardin's.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: As second officer, I've read your personnel file, of course. It's as dry as any other. What attracted you to a career in Starfleet?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Bellboy: Do you know of this Mr. Hardin?
Host SM_ChrisD says:
ACTION: As the CMO walks alone, her eyes are drawn to a strange sign.  Without meaning to, he runs into one of the locals, and both go down into a pile.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Mr. Hardin's? Odd...
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::reluctantly returns the locket to its place:: Vendor.  Lovely.  Thank you.
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Vendor> CTO: It does not please you?  Perhaps something else... what I have here is...
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Falls over::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::carefully considers his question::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Bellboy: All of my companions or just me?  And where would I find Mr. Hardin to dine with him?  ::looks a Pangborn::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::looks up and begins apologizing like crazy::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
Vendor:  No no.  It's beautiful.  It's just that I have nothing to give you for it.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::watches another game of chance in the corner::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Bellboy>  CO: Mister Hardin is a local politician.  He lives within walking distance of this hotel - a firm believer in living where you represent.  The invitation is for you and "guests"
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Bellboy: Tell us all you know of Mr. Hardin
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Kralis>  CMO: Oh!  Are you okay, miss?  ::Tries to help her up::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Kralis: Yes, yes I'm fine. I'm so sorry!
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Vendor>  ::Frowns slightly::  CTO: Perhaps something special you carry?  A rarity, or antique that others may find interesting?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
CSO: I guess, I was feeling...trapped on my world. As if I needed more air to breathe......
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Kralis> ::As he brushes himself off::  CMO: You look... unusual.  Are you from around here?
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
Vendor:  I have nothing.  Sorry to waste your time.  ::slowly walks away::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Would that be what humans call 'wanderlust'?
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Vendor>  ::Moves on to another customer, hocking a piece of ware he calls a 'korcei'::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::thinks about his words for a minute:: CSO: Not so much a desire to see everything, but a desire to become who I feel I was meant to be. I couldn't do that at home.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
CSO: How about you?
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Kralis: Um... no, I'm not.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Since most of the crew have left to explore, perhaps you would care to join me.  Bellboy: May I have paper and a writing instrument?
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: his turn to think on the question ::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::heads back to the hotel::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::sees Cherry approaching and smiles::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: The Bellboy maybe a bellboy for a reason ::point to his head and makes circles with his hand::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Kralis>  CMO: Where are you from, then?
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: I suppose... that my situation may have been similar to yours. You may have heard that Benzites are methodical, even rigid by some standards. In many ways, that is true.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Yes, lets blow this pop stand
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::nods::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
CSO: Too rigid, perhaps?
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Bellboy> XO: He is well known in this area... a pleasant man.  Liked and respected...
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::waves at OPS.  Hesitates to interrupt her and Kraight so heads the other direction::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Bellboy>  CO: I can fetch something, if you will excuse me?
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: To my mind, yes. On Benzar, I would have had a career in science, but I would have accomplished only a tenth of what I can out here. I always saw... more efficient ways of reaching a goal than my fellows did.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::slowly nods:: Bellboy: Thank you. We will be happy to dine with him, can you return the message to him?
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Many of my peers considered me reckless.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
CSO: A rebel at heart, eh?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::as the bellboy leaves:: Pangborn: I shall leave a note explaining to the rest of the AT.
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Kralis: Um, just another city. It's pretty far from here though.
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Bellboy> XO: I'm afraid I keep out of politics, mostly... so I don't know of his stands or anything along those lines... return his message?  Certainly, I can see if he is reachable in a few minutes.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: chuckles :: OPS: In Benzite society, most definitely.
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Kralis> ::Smiles::  CMO: What brings you to our fair city, miss?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::grins at him::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks in the windows as they pass by shops and businesses ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:: steps outside into the street:: Sulek: So we are nowhere, which is somewhere, where the train brought us. Nice little town wouldn't you say?
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Kralis: Oh, just traveling, seeing things, you know.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::notices the people in the street seem to hardly notice them and wonders just how many visitors they get in this small town::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::waiting for the bellboy to return:: Pangborn: Yes. I suppose it will suffice.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: It's odd. I felt out of place on Benzar. I feel... not out of place, but different... among humans as well. But I feel more at home on a starship than I ever would have at a research center on my home world.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
CSO: And your family has accepted your "defection"?
Reantis says:
::steps out of his shop and admires the blue sky than turns to look at the people on the street looking for a good mark::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Kralis> CMO: So pleasure... it's the off season right now, should be nice.  Were you looking for anything in particular?
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Kralis: Oh, not really, but thank you anyways. I better get going.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::steps into the hotel nodding at the Captain and that Pangborn person as she passes::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Kralis> CMO: Where are you headed?  I could walk you there.
Reantis says:
::spots a woman chatting with her servant and smiles winningly at her::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Actually, my parents are quite proud of me. I think I inherited my 'rebel' tendencies from my father, but was not as good at masking them as he was. My siblings don't quite know what to make of me, but they have managed to accept me as I am.
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
Kralis: Oh, no really I am fine, but thank you for the offer ::Gets a little creped out by this guy::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
CSO: None of your siblings left home?
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Kralis> ::Smiles::  CMO: Well, have fun, miss.  ::With a nod, he begins to walk off, away from her::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: No. They are all quite happy on Benzar. Someone has to keep Benzite civilization going, after all.  :: wry grin ::
Reantis says:
OPS: A lovely day isn't it miss, May I interest you in a chilled beverage?
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::laughs::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Internally exhales and turns to keep walking down the street::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::tries to recall if there was complementary shampoo in the bathroom::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::looks at Reantis as she notices him for the first time:: Reantis: No...but thank you anyway.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: pauses, turns to look at the vendor who approached them ::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Bellboy> ::Returns with several pieces of paper and something similar to a pencil, except without an eraser::  CO: I have gotten in touch with Mister Hardin's office... they will be expecting you in three hours' time.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::overhears the bellboy talking to the CO while she contemplates the weighty matter of the shampoo::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Thank god he came back. Lets go :;standing in the doorway::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::takes the paper and quickly writes where he and Pangborn have gone and to join them if possible and then hands it to the bellboy:: Bellboy: Please be sure that as my companions return that they read this.  Now, directions to Mr. Hardins.
Reantis says:
::Continues standing by his open shop door::: OPS: Are you sure Miss.  It is only going to get hotter.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::sitting in the lobby watching people, almost feeling like an anthropologist....an innately violent anthropologist::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::overhears the Captain responding to the bellboy and wonders what's going on::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: remembers the reaction to his appearance in the hotel lobby, and remains silent for now ::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::notices Wolverton lurking violently motionless in the lobby::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Perhaps we shall gather some of the AT as we travel.  With three hours, we have time to explore.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::overhears the three hours bit and realizes she has lots of time to wash her hair::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I concur ::leads them out of the lobby, into the street::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::shakes her head:: Rentis: Again...thanks but no. We need to get back.
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<Bellboy>  ::Begins to explain how to get to the office - not far at all, really::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::walks away from him with a determined stride::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notes Wolverton and Cherry and motions them to join them::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::looks over at Wolverton to see if he plans to notice he's been summoned::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::gets up, bringing Erin with him to the CO::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::sighs and follows along, although would much rather be washing her hair::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: follows :: OPS: He certainly was a persistent fellow.
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::does indeed notice, being the superbly observant security officer that he is::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::quickly explains what is going on to them:: All: You may come with Pangborn and I or meet us there.
Reantis says:
::smiles and waves to the OPS:: OPS: Very well, Enjoy yourself
Host SM_ChrisD says:
ACTION: The CMO suddenly notices a blue skinned woman following her - not closely, and obviously trying to not appear suspicious.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I hope that bellboy is off duty when we return. ::looks around::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
CO:  I'll catch you later, Cap.  ::gives Pangborn a brief glare before stalking off up the stairs::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
CSO: Too persistent.
Reantis says:
::turns away and curses the rich snot pleasantly under his breath::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Gets a little scared and quickens her pace::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CO: I don't trust this place...I should come with you.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Shall we, Commander? Wolverton: Your protection is noted.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::starts off::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
TO: Yes, come with us.
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::enters her room::
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Economic times here may be bad. He may feel compelled to hawk his wares as vigorously as he can.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::walks down the street::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::wonders who "Tes" is, but shrugs and follows along::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::enters the plumbing room::
Reantis says:
::continues to stand in front of his empty store front smiling at the passersby and chatting with some::
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::nods and keeps walking:: CSO: Regardless, we don't need any unnecessary attention, govern their treatment of those who share your skin color.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::begins to wander through the vender stalls::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::gets undressed tossing her clothes all over the room as per usual::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
ACTION: The blue skinned miss doesn't speed up, but keeps an eye on the CMO, a determined look on her face... someone might also suspect desperation.
CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Agreed.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notes the wares that this society offers and wonders how much of it is for the tourists from the train::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:::looks around at the vendors wares:: Sulek: Some decent art here
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: A culture is reflected in its commerce.
OPS_Ltjg_Morgan  says:
::sees the Captain and Pangborn up ahead::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Decides she needs to lose her and takes a corner looking for a crowded area::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Some of this stuff looks old...whatever old is around here. Could have been made yesterday for all I know.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Vendor: What’s on special?
Reantis says:
::sits dejectedly in front of his still empty storefront his head in his hands::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::watching the shopping crowds::
CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Starts to slow down and look back::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::in the shower::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::makes idle banter with the vendor::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
ACTION: The vendor shows the XO several fine pieces of art, or what appear to be fine.  He is rather insistent with one piece, hailing it from a master of his work.
Reantis says:
::looks up and spots a group moving through the stalls than stands up hopefully::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::thinks about spending the entire "dinner" flirting with Beldaur just to annoy Pangborn::
TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::eyes the suspicious merchants::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::picks up a locket, strangely, the same one Cherry was looking at:: Vendor: How much?
Host SM_ChrisD says:
ACTION: When the CMO looks back again, the blue skinned woman has suddenly disappeared...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::watches the commander and then sees a vendor standing in the doorway::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::wonders if the wrinkles have come out of the red mini dress she got on the train::
CTO_Lt_Cherry says:
::rinses and conditions::
Host SM_ChrisD says:
<<<<<Pause Mission>>>>>