Quirinus (mirror) Mission 10802.18

starring

Mitch Travis as Captain Sulek 
Keith LaHue as XO Ben Pangborn 
Christopher Dickinson as Billy Bob Powers 
Jeffrey G. Brown as Kraight 
Ed Selgas as David Telarus 
Karriaunna Scotti as Azhure 

and

Mike Horton, Ship Manager

MISSION PROLOGUE: The Rebellion ship Quirinus has been assigned to disrupt the supply lines to Earth.

=/\==/\= BEGIN Quirinus (mirror) Mission 10802.18 =/\==/\=
=/\==/\= Episode 1 =/\==/\=

Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: he steps off the transporter pad and moves down the corridors of the Quirinus to the TL ::  CPU: Bridge.   :: he notes that the ever-present Kraight steps to his side ::
Azhure says:
:: In her office, draped over the arm of her couch, saurian brandy in one hand, a small listening device in the other.::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: A most enlightening meeting, my friend.
Kraight says:
Sulek: I agree. But I am concerned that we are being relegated to a rear guard position. I didn't work as hard as I did to get where I am, simply to sit and watch shipping lanes.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Ahh, true... I requested it, though... I prefer my back to the door.
Kraight says:
:: nods ::  Sulek: All right, Captain. We've done well enough under you up to now. I'll not dispute your judgment.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Besides, if Gowron comes galloping to Earth's rescue... well, I would like a few shots at that bloated Klingon maniac.
Kraight says:
:: his face darkens ::  Sulek: As would I...
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::On the bridge, a sly smile on his face::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Imagine if a few well placed special nanite carriers were to get on his ship....  :: they arrive on deck::   Pangborn: Report.
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
:: With his arms crossed, he stands near Azhure, trusting her to listen ::  Azhure: Guess Harlan decided now was the time... and that we can trust him.  I'd really not like to have to kill him... we've grown so close, haven't we?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Nothing to report on yet. This ship is in decent shape, for what she is.
Kraight says:
:: grins viciously ::
Kraight says:
:: stops smiling when he catches sight of Pangborn ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Helm: Make ready to get underway. First stop, the Vulcan base in the Asteroid belt.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::gives Kraight a sideways glance::
Kraight says:
:: moves to the science station, begins long range scans ::
Azhure says:
:: Looks up::  CTO: This does not mean that Harlan trusts him.  It simply means she is willing to... take the next step.  As for killing the captain...   :: snaps the small device closed ::   Being close, is not a wise move.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he sits in his chair::  Helm: engage Warp 5 as soon as we are clear of orbit.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::takes a seat, staying on his toes:: Sulek: So what is the plan old man?
Kraight says:
::  scowls at Pangborn's phrase 'old man'  ::
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: So now what?
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn:  I need all information you can gather on every ship that was here. ::notes the disrespect, but let's it pass:: We will also need to discover all major supply routes to Earth...particularly those of the Klingon variety.
Azhure says:
CTO: Information... :: stands up, her skirts swirling around her legs, revealing more then they hide::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: I'm sure they will be clearly marked.   CSO: Isn't that right Mr. Kraight? ::sneer::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: The plan is a simple one...the rebels are retaking earth and I've offered our services for certain considerations.
Kraight says:
:: turns, regards Pangborn coldly ::  Pangborn: Whatever information the Captain requires, I am certain I will find it.
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: Damn, woman, it's no wonder Harlan keeps you in her employ.  Those legs could get any man to do your bidding.  :: Starts to kiss at her neck, rubbing his hands up her left leg ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Yes... we.. haven't discussed the pay arrangements
Azhure says:
:: gives a low chuckle::  CTO: You are too easy...
Kraight says:
:: snorts :: Pangborn: Pay? You're a mercenary, Pangborn. For me, the only recompense required is Alliance blood.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Shouldn't you be scanning something?
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
:: stops what he's doing ::  Azhure: Fine, then.  :: goes to grab his rifle from where he left it laying ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn:  For us, it will be salvage, but first we need supply lanes.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Agreed. We'll need to provide recon for the heavy hitters.
Azhure says:
:: Glides over to him to wrap her arms::  CTO: And far too sensitive my love.  You will give us away.
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: I haven't yet, you know.  I can separate work from play.
Kraight says:
:: scowls again, turns back to his console ::
Azhure says:
:: Leans close, lightly rubbing her body against his, before stepping away::  CTO: Shall we continue to follow through with our earlier plan or...?
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: We should do what's best.  We need him to be undistracted... so he can do the work laid out for him.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he crosses to Kraight and quietly speaks, pretending to be checking the CSO's data::   Kraight: With the Alliance's attention on Earth, Vulcan shall rise and with us the mighty Benzite peoples.
Azhure says:
::Gives a little moue::  CTO: There is no... :: smiles teasingly at him :: pleasure in that.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::casually looks over at Sulek and Kraight::
Kraight says:
:: smiles humorlessly ::  Sulek: A Vulcan-Benzar alliance is quite an attractive idea, sir.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: straightening ::   Kraight: indeed, perhaps there will be several warp trails to lead us to the routes... a fine idea...
Kraight says:
:: nods ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:: cold look at Sulek and Kraight... they think I'm dumb... I will use it to my advantage ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::walks around ship corridors aimlessly::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::is looking for Sulek::
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: Hm.  Pleasure.  It's so interesting the things we take pleasure in, isn't it?
Azhure says:
:: Jealousy briefly flashes through her eyes before a touch of serenity settles there ::  CTO: I am going to the bridge...
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
Azhure: Probably should.  We don't want to be out of sight for too long.
Azhure says:
:: slipping the listening device into a pocket, she heads out and to the nearest lift ::
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
:: Waits a few minutes in the room before leaving ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: How do you stand on attacking the human homeworld to free it from the Alliance?
Azhure says:
:: As the lift closes, she orders it to the bridge.::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::jumps in lift with Azhure::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Azhure: Going my way?
Kraight says:
:: checks long range sensors for Klingon warp signatures ::
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: You know all too well how I stand. They are my people. I will die to save them from the alliance.  :: brusque ::
Azhure says:
:: Looks at Telarus::  CEO: If it is to visit the captain, then yes.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Even if you were offered freedom and land by Gowron? Your mercenary tendencies are well defined XO.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::evasive:: Sulek: All things considered,  I would stay here.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Azhure: Then we are.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::lifts stops at Bridge and doors open::
Azhure says:
:: As the lift opens onto the bridge, she saunters out and over to Sulek, lightly laying a hand on him before removing it to lean against the chair ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Azhure: Well this is our stop.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
:: walks in direction to the Captain ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: turns as Telarus enters, he waves off Kraight ::  Telarus: Ahh, settled on board then.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Captain: Aye, sir. Thanks again for the work, pleasure. ::speaking in Irish accent::
Kraight says:
Telarus: The power couplings to the starboard lateral sensor array are still acting up, Telarus. When can you have them repaired?
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:: looks over at Telarus, look what the cat dragged in ::
CTO_Bill_Powers says:
:: After a suitable time, he leaves the room, and walks the corridors, heading in the general direction of the Bridge, but not directly ::
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: Your predecessor failed me...make sure that you do not.  Your reputation, although young, is what brought you here.  Make sure that it is true.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: looks over at Azhure ::  Azhure: You had a pleasant time in my absence...
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Telarus: Now to your duties.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
CO: I won't fail you and what do you have for me?
Azhure says:
:: Lifts a shoulder lightly:: CO: It has been... quiet.
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
:: shakes his head ::   Kraight: Repeat it for him.
XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:: chuckles at the newcomer ::
Kraight says:
:: grabs Telarus roughly by the arm and spins him around... speaks slowly and deliberately :: Telarus:  The power couplings to the starboard lateral sensor array are still acting up, Telarus. When... can... you... have... them... repaired?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
:: knows he can do it in fifteen minutes ::  CO: Because I like you sir, 20 minutes. Not a minute later than that.
Azhure says:
:: lifts a brow as she watches, and then leans closer to the captain::  CO: Did you enjoy your stay away?
Kraight says:
Telarus: Then go and see to it.   :: shoves him away and turns to the science console ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::goes over to the engineering console and pulls up the sensor array control system and tells the system to wipe all the algorithms and give him a base code for the sensor program::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::sends a static discharge through the sensor array to depolarize them::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::starts to write out code::
Kraight says:
:: looks at his board in disbelief, then rounds on Telarus ::  Telarus: What are you doing? I need those sensors, you pink idiot. Just fix the damn power couplings!
Host CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Azhure: We are going on an adventure... I can perhaps explain it in more detail later... in my quarters?
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Kraight: You'll have 'em in a tick, keep the britches on.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Self: Blasted wankers!
Azhure says:
CO: It would be my pleasure.
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
::finishes the new code::
Kraight says:
:: glares at Telarus ::
CEO_Lt_Telarus says:
Computer: Bring all sensor grids online.

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