Quirinus Mission 10810.27

starring

Mitch Travis as CO Captain Sulek 
Jeffrey G. Brown as XO Commander Kraight
Christopher Dickinson as CTO Commander Billy Bob Powers, Jr. 
Karriaunna Scotti as CNS Commander Azhure Powers 

with

Eli Irvin as CEO Ensign Cahill

and

Keith LaHue, Ship Manager

MISSION PROLOGUE: The USS Quirinus has lost its 'cargo', the Princess has been taken to the planet Nugth; kidnapped by her own protectorate Xerxes. The crew has beamed down into a crowded city street, the 24th century equivalent of Brooklyn...

=/\==/\=  BEGIN Quirinus Mission 10810.27: Special Delivery =/\==/\=
=/\==/\=  Episode 9  =/\==/\=

CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Stands within the group, surrounded by her fellow officers, friends and spouse, as she looks around.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::ignoring the yelling locals:: Kraight: Scans?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: performing an intensive scan for the shuttle's energy signature and hull alloys ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Checking now, Captain...
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Eyes the crowd around him, not lowering his phaser rifle ::
Host SM_Keith says:
ACTION: The crew is attracting the attention of the locals.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO: We should keep moving, Captain.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Looks around and then at uniform:: All: We are a bit conspicuous.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Agreed.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Direction?
Host SM_Keith says:
ACTION: One of the local police/militia approaches the team.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Ah... no sign of the shuttle yet, Captain. However... there is a complex of shielded and fortified buildings to the northeast. I am unable to scan the interiors.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::removing the Starfleet insignia and red jacket:: All: Less may be more here.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: Company.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Northeast then.  Powers: You have point.
Host SM_Keith says:
ACTION: The cop stops them.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: nods a greeting to the peace officer.::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> All: So what's with the weapons here? You have permits I take it?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moving to the front:: Flanagin: We are all certified for these weapons, yes.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> Sulek: You're not from around here are you? ::wary::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::not really having time to argue with the patrolman:: Flanagin: No.  We are looking for a few friends.  We were separated by the business of the orbital patterns.   They were in a local shuttle though that should have landed not long ago.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Listening with half an ear to the conversation, she looks around, from one person to another.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: tries a quantum resonance scan to penetrate the shielded buildings ::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> Sulek: You mean that jerk that came flying in here like a meteor a few minutes ago?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Flanagin: That was most likely him.  We have warned him about synthehol and flying before.  Where did he land?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: The city is clean, very modern.  As for the locals, she did not pick up anything specific other then unease toward the weapons, not surprising there and curiosity; also not surprising.::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> :: Laughs ::  Sulek: Oh you're not getting in there. Government guy. Looked like he was in a hurry. There in the complex to the northeast. But I wouldn't waste my time. Oh and before you go? Holster the weapons. This is a clean city, and I like to keep it that way. Very little crime here, and no need for guns.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Flanagin: Thank you for your time.  We will store our weapons in a more suitable fashion, but having never been to your planet before... you can understand our precaution.  We will see  to it.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> ::tips his hat to them:: Sulek: Stay out of trouble.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Flanagin: One more thing. If we wish to enter the facility, how might one approach it?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Quietly to Kraight::  XO: Can we simply beam in?
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> Sulek: You're not going to be able to get in there. Local officials only. I couldn't get past the front desk. They make your weapons look puny.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Azhure:: Azhure: I told you that Aziel would be nothing but trouble.  ::loud enough for the officer:: Flanagin: We shall try.  There's no telling what trouble his minor papers might get him into.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Looks towards the Captain, thinking that they have bigger weapons if they need them ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CNS: Negative. There is a dispersion field in place, surrounding the complex.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> ::looks at the party like they're from another planet. Which they are::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::begins to move on, softly to Kraight::  Kraight: And then there is a frequency that may disperse it.  ::nods to Powers to move on::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Flanagin: Again, thank you.  ::waves stiffly::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Can we generate our own minor field so that any external security will not see us?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: You brought the flute?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I'll need a closer scan of the security measures in place around the complex. 
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: As you asked.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: You will have that soon enough.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Smiles::  CO: I think you are getting spoiled.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: nods ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: A handy instrument, though.  I was wondering at how you are with lullabies?
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: gives up on penetrating the dispersion field, starts scanning for security devices ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Smiles sadly::  CO: It has been awhile, but I used to know many of them.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: The external guards may need some encouragement to ignore us.  Sleeping is often good for the soul, I am told.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Scout the entrances for guards and report back.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Sir, wait.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Commander?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: Find me a nice quiet spot, best near a fountain if there is one... a tree would be nice too... ambiance and all.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO, CTO: Let me make a close pass to the building with my tricorder set for passive scan. I'm smaller, and less threatening looking than Commander Powers.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks over at Powers:: Kraight: All right.  Powers: You have his back.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: removes his Starfleet commbadge and secretes it under his tunic, adjusts the tricorder and hides that as well ::  CO: I'll be back in a few minutes.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::moves over into shade of nearby building with Azhure::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Crosses his arms ::  CO: You know, Captain, maybe we could tell the local authorities that our target is trafficking humans... and gather their assistance.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: begins walking toward the compound at a leisurely pace, apparently paying attention to very little ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO: Rather than barging around like we own the place.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: It is a possibility, but since the officer seemed to think this place is above local law.  Let's see what you and Kraight see first.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Finds a comfortable spot that makes her look unthreatening and takes a seat.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: careful to not look directly at the compound ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
CO: You told him we were looking for a friend, Captain, not a criminal.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Leaning against the tree, she pulls the flute from her pocket and lightly tapping a few keys, extends it.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: rounding the corner towards what is apparently the front entrance to the compound... the largest and most imposing of the buildings ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: True... perhaps we should find the officer.  As traders, he would understand our feeling of wishing to handle the issue ourselves, but upon inspection of the building...
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Sighs and hangs his head slightly, thinking he'll never get the Captain to think tactically and wanders off after the Commander ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Placing the flute to her lips, she gently blows, warming the metal.::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: passing the main gate ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::squatting by Azhure:: Azhure: Perhaps I should send Commander Powers to get the officer.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Looks up at him::  CO:  Trust your CTO.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: now about halfway around ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Closes her eyes and begins to play a gentle tune, quiet and unobtrusive.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: Indeed.  ::Pressing his commbadge::  *Powers*: Inform the officer.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: emerges from the far side of the compound, and picks up the pace just a bit ::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: silently throws his hands in the air now that he's wandered away from eyesight and in the complete opposite direction of the local peace keeper ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: rejoins Sulek and Azhure, takes out his tricorder, and starts replaying the readings ::
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I think I got some good readings, sir. Give me a moment to go through them...
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Ignoring the two, wraps the music around herself.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers*: Be sure he knows that they know it is a female that's involved.  Emotional beings seem to place more urgency when a young female is involved.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Wanders back to the team's position, who hasn't moved ::  CO: I'll mention that, Captain.  :: Keeps walking ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: I've taken the CTO's advice and am involving the local constabulary as well.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Ah... the entrances are protected by forcefields... there appear to be magcard readers at each entrance... hmmm... this is interesting...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Powers:: Azhure: Have I offended the Commander in some way.  If so, I must apologize.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Something as primitive as magcards.  That should be easily overcome.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: There is a service entrance on the far side of the compound whose forcefield is not functioning properly. It may be possible to overload the emitters and cause it to fail completely.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Lowers the flute::  CO:  In many ways, you and he are opposites.  :: Looks around the lovely place::  In many ways, this is not so different from Hais IV.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: True.  I often seek a less aggressive settlement.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Considers discharging his phaser into the air as he pulls his tricorder out, scanning for the officer they just saw ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: If the police become involved, then we can enter through there while attention is drawn by them in the front.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
CO: As such, it is sometimes hard to trust his... methods.  :: Looks back up.::  He will never let you down, Captain.  You can trust that.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Breaks into a light jog to try to make up ground, calling out when he nears ::  Cop: Police!
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: Agreed. I'll start working out a way to take those emitters offline.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: I do trust him implicitly.  It is just that I do not always seek the most direct route.  Your husband is quite a direct individual.  He is perhaps the best, well-suited tactical officer I have ever known.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> ::turns to see the off-worlder screaming:: CTO: Calm down, what is it?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Smiles with a nod and then lifts the flute and again plays a light simple melody.::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Moves to the man's side and speaks quietly ::  Cop: My commanding officer mentioned we were looking for someone... he didn't mention that this person isn't a friend of ours, but kidnapped a female of our company.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: Considers, that they were in many ways opposites.  The old adage held true... opposites attract.  She stops a moment to smile and shake her head, then resumes playing.::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin>  ::shocked:: CTO: A kidnapping? Why didn't you say so?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Cop: I don't believe that's important at the moment.
Host SM_Keith says:
<CTO> CTO: Where do you believe she's been taken?
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Cop: You stated that the small vessel entered the secure compound?
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> CTO: Yes, it landed on the main building, that big 50 story monster. You can see it from here. ::points::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Cop: Then we should start there.  We are willing to work with your local authority
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: It is after all quite logical to look at the Commander's recommendations.  His direct approach gives my more convoluted strategies a cleaner edge.  I fear though that he does not believe I am much of a strategist.  Nevertheless, I should perhaps make it clearer that I do trust and value his judgment.  Communication with humans is difficult.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> CTO: I'm not sure that would do much good. The local police don't have much clout with the federal authorities.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Cop: Damn you sir, you must try.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: brings the random notes to a close::  CO: He is not exactly an open person either.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::REB:: Azhure: Only too true for most of us.  ::looks at the XO:: Yes, for most of us...
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin>::sighs:: CTO: I'll lose my badge over this. ::take out his radio and begins barking commands, ordering all officers to the main government building::  C'mon, lets go.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks up at the CO, smiles faintly ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers*: If the police can keep them occupied in front, we many have a found away in, if that will help.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Follows along with the officer ::
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: smiles at Kraight and winks an eye before turning towards the area Bill vanished in.::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> CTO: Where are the rest of you? ::moves quickly::
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: Tries not to mutter anything ::  Cop: They didn't leave where you saw us earlier.  *CO*: Captain, I'm on my way back.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
:: finishes adjusting his tricorder ::  CO: I've augmented the tricorder's output with the power cell from my commbadge. It will emit a polaron burst that should overload the field emitters when the time comes.
Host SM_Keith says:
ACTION: Police in the area begin gathering at the front of the federal building.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: nods toward their company::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::rises as the police gather:: Kraight: We will need it soon, I think.
XO_Cmdr_Kraight says:
CO: I'll get into position.  :: starts off for the far side of the compound ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
*Powers* Join us, then.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
:: As they approach ::  CO: You do what you're going to do, but try not to get caught, eh?
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin>: All: All of you, come with me, we're going to find your friend, if we can. Who is she anyways? Must be something to attract the federals.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Powers: Your recommendation has proved most fruitful.  While the police occupy the front, we can enter from the side and perhaps offer more protection.
CTO_Cmdr_Powers says:
Cop: A valuable ally.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::Looks at Flanagin:: Flanigan: Are you sure you want us in the thick of it?  ::looks over at Azhure:: We would not wish to be in your way.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> CTO: We will meet the rest of the force at the entrance to the building. Follow me.
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin>: CO: Isn't this your comrade?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Flanagin: Quite so.  You will not object if I leave the female here, though?
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: wrinkles her nose at being labeled as a 'female'::
Host SM_Keith says:
<Flanagin> ::shrugs:: CO: Your call.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::leans in to Azhure, softly:: Azhure: You know what to do, with the XO.  You really must explain to me why so many think women are helpless, some time. ::rising:: Flanagin: Lead the way.
CNS_Cmd_Azhure says:
:: bats her eyes sweetly and simply nods, hiding a smile::

=/\==/\= END Mission =/\==/\=