Compile Summary ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê Stardate: 2406.10.22 (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office - Dr. Riven Mias -Ê1140) (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office - Ensign Telan Raynar- ships Counselor-Ê1141) (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office - Senior Counselor Riven Mias -Ê1145) (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office -ÊShips Counselor Ensign (jg)-Telan Raynar -Ê1146) (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office -ÊDr. Riven Mias-Ê1147) Ê(USS MystiqueÊ- Marine Gymnasium -Ê Lt Alesia Telnor - 1415) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stardate: 2406.10.23 Ê(USS Mystique -ÊPersonal quarters - Ambassador Tar-Tharian - 1142) (USS Mystique - Shuttle Bay - Ambassador Tar-Tharian - 1245) (USS GunnelÊ- SeniorÊCounselorÊRiven Mias - 1410) Ê(USS Gunnel - TASC Ensign Travis KeswickÊ - 1411) (Planet: Raelleus VI -ÊCity of Falais - Dr. Riven Mias - 1432/ 1757) (Planet: Raelleus VI - City of Falais - Ensign Travis KeswickÊ - 1433) Ê(Planet: Raelleus VI -ÊCity of Falais -MO Lt. Alesia Telnor - 1435) Ê(USS Mystique, Bridge, CO Captain Vanyssa Winters, 1440) (Raellus VI -ÊCapital City, MataisÊ-ÊCSO KetalÊ- 1453/1818) Ê(Raellus VI; Capital City: Matais; FO Lt Cmdr Peter Belinia/TashishÊ Laoa; 1455/1820) (Raellus VI; Capital City: Matais - Town Hall; Sgt Peters; 1456/1821) Ê(Raellius VI - Matais; Market place; FO Lt Cmdr Peter Belinia;Ê 1500/1825) Ê ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê Stardate: 2406.10.22 (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office - Dr. Riven Mias -Ê1140) Ê Riven stood at the sound of the chime and watched as the new counselor entered the office. As the young man entered Riven saw him do a double-take at his appearance which he had become used to. Riven was wearing a loose robe of irridescent green and thin sandals with silver charms, his waist length silver hair was also entwined with silver charms and while carrying a few extra pounds he was still well fit. Riven smiled at the feeling of surprise the young man was radiating and said. Ê "Welcome to the Mystique Telan" as he stepped toward him with his hand outstretched. Ê (Reply: Telan Raynar) Ê "Why thank you Telan, you know the drill," Riven said pointing to the couch. "Sit down and tell me about yourself and would you like something to drink before we begin?" ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê Stardate: 2406.10.22 (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office - Ensign Telan Raynar- ships Counselor-Ê1141) Ê Telan entered the councilor's office and hesitated for a moment at the figure he saw there.Dr. Mias was not exactly the way he had expected him. He had heard of some slight eccentric behavior but was still taken by surprise. The green robe was one thing and as ships counselor there had always been some allowance on dress. The silver charms did however surprise him. Ê Telan hoped he had not made a fool of himself with the hesitation and quickly strode forward to offer his hand in greeting. Ê DR. Mias. I am Telan Raynar. I so happy to be able to finally meet you. Ê Ê"Why thank you Telan, you know the drill," Riven said pointing to the couch. "Sit down and tell me about yourself and would you like something to drink before we begin?" Ê Ê "Brandy please, If you have it. The type isn't important".Telan waited as Riven walked to a cabinet and removed a oddly shaped bottle and poured two glasses then returned. Ê "Thank you" replied Telan after accepting the glass.Telan started off talking about his life since joining Star Fleet but quickly found himself discussing his parents and siblings, he found the DR extremely easy to talk to.He ended up talking about being assigned to one of the latest away teams and his feelings about getting to go on the mission. Ê ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ê Stardate: 2406.10.22 (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office - Senior Counselor Riven Mias -Ê1145) Ê Riven sipped at his drink slowly as Telan spoke about himself, he normally didn't imbibe in something so heavy this early in the day so he was making his drink last. Telan had been through quite a bit in his few years as he was half ÊRiven's age and the Betazoid enjoyed listening to his experiences.ÊRiven was gaining quite an impression as the younger man talked, his surface emotions that Riven was picking up were calm and he seemed to have no problems opening up to another which was essential to a Counselor, that and his depth of training and experienceÊinterested Riven. By the time he had finished talking Riven had quite a favorable opinion of him. Ê "You have had a very interesting life so far Telan, I noticed you said you had some training at mind healing which happens to be my speciality. Outside of your training in the Medical arts which I do not have our skills are quite similar. I would like to speak to you at more length when we have more time about that subject if you would, your medical training that is.ÊI am sure the Captain will enjoy having someone else with that skill aboard." Ê (Reply: CounselorÊTelan Raynar) Ê "Good,Êsince I heard you were aboard I have been giving serious thought to letting you take over the day to day routine while I concentrate on mind healing and take an advisory role. HowÊwould that suit you?" Ê ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê Stardate: 2406.10.22 (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office -ÊShips Counselor Ensign (jg)-Telan Raynar -Ê1146) Ê"You have had a very interesting life so far Telan; I noticed you said you had some training at mind healing which happens to be my specialty. Outside of your training in the Medical arts which I do not have our skills are quite similar. I would like to speak to you at more length when we have more time about that subject if you would, your medical training that is.ÊI am sure the Captain will enjoy having someone else with that skill aboard." ÊÒI hope so sirÓ Telan replied. ÒAnd I would be more than happy to discuss Mind healing with you when ever there is a spare moment. It really is a fascinating field although with the dual Doctorates I sometimes find I am able to help an injured individual from what ever physical problems he may have all the way through what ever mental recuperation he might require.Ó Ê"Good,Êsince I heard you were aboard I have been giving serious thought to letting you take over the day to day routine while I concentrate on mind healing and take an advisory role. HowÊwould that suit you?" ÊÒTelan replied Ò, I wouldnÕt want to presume to take over but I would like to help out where I could. I honestly enjoy my work and enjoy helping othersÓ.ÒTell me something if you would. I notice that this ship has a wide assortment of different races, some I have only read about, anything special I should knowÓ? Ê ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê Stardate: 2406.10.22 (USS Mystique -ÊCounselor's office -ÊDr. Riven Mias-Ê1147) Ê RivenÊsmiled as Telan repliedÊÒI wouldnÕt want to presume to take over but I would like to help out where I could. I honestly enjoy my work and enjoy helping othersÓ.ÒTell me something if you would. I notice that this ship has a wide assortment of different races, some I have only read about, anything special I should knowÓ? ÊÊRiven chuckled and said. "Don't be concerned about taking my place my boy since this ship launched it has been rather short-handed and there will most likely be more than enough work for the both of us to do quite outside ofÊCounseling, that's whereÊyour multiple skills should come in quite handy. Besides I want to free you up to do what you were trained to do and thatÊis to be a shipsÊcounselor. ÊAs forÊthe crew; they seem to be mostly a very stable group though there was a lot of anxiety and nervousness after the attacks upon the Captain which is to be Êexpected.The greatest individual concern would be for Cassandra Dema, she was injured in an attack upon the Captain's daughter when she took the brunt of the phaser blast and received severe cranial injuries from which she is still recovering. They were worried about neural damage but from the strides she has made in recovery I would think that will not be a big issue. I have been watching Jennah as closely as possible and have seen no adverseÊeffects but she would bear monitoring. There is oneÊother individual you might watch also, the 1/2ÊVulcan CSO seems to have had some emotional issues, I saw it on the periphery one time and have heard rumors of some other episodes though he has appeared stable as of late.Ê ÊOutside of that IÊcan think of only one other thing that comes to mind I worked on in the past but hasn't been an issue lately though I have been watchful. I don't think it would be a good idea to discuss it at this time though. Are there any more questions you have thatÊI can answer? If not I would not want to hold you up any longer than necessary though I have enjoyed our conversation. As far as your work you can report to me in the morning and assume your Counselor's duties, feel free to take the rest of the day to get yourself unpacked andÊ"dug in" so to speak." ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ê Stardate: 2406.10.22 Ê(USS MystiqueÊ- Marine Gymnasium -Ê Lt Alesia Telnor - 1415) ÊAlesia Telnor loved to work out against her good friend and occasionalÊ lover Peters.Ê She ducked as he came at her, kicking his legs out fromÊ under him and pinning him down to the mat. "Beat you."Ê She said,Ê smiling down at him, letting her grip go for one second, then wasÊ flipped with him pinning her down. Ê"No, I beat you."Ê He laughed. ÊThey both looked up as they heard someone walk in. Ê"Sorry to interrupt your training but I need to talk to you about theÊupcoming away mission."Ê Alesia looked over at Peters. The two hadÊ been briefed already by the Boss-Man. Ê"Of course, Ensign."Ê Alesia spoke, nodding at him. Peters just rolledÊ his eyes at the kids pompousness. ÊTravis Looked into the two marinesÊ eyes as they stood there. Ê"This is the finalÊ plan for the away mission." he said as he handedÊ them padds Ê"Do you have any questions?" ÊPeters and Alesia looked them over and both shook their heads. "We'veÊ been briefed, Sir."Ê She said aloud, internally laughing and tryingÊ very hard not to show. Ê::Stupid child.::Ê Peters sent to her, causing her mirth to spill over a bit. Ê::Yeah, an arrogant little worm, isn't he?::Ê She sent back to him.ÊÊ Both were trained CEs, both telepaths, both Betazoid. Ê"Good now that that is out of the way."Ê And Travis walked aroundÊ them. "Now for why I'm here, as you know we are going down to theÊ planet to which we know very little about." Ê::Tell me something I don't know or leave us alone.::Ê Alesia sent,Ê angry for the first time. How dare he waltz into their area like heÊ owned it and then act like he was better than they were ?Ê Both ofÊ them were Officers, same as he, albeit a higher rank.Ê Both had seenÊ more combat than he ever would.Ê And he saw fit to dictate to them ?? Ê"It is my job to make sureÊ that we all make it back in one piece." Ê"Your only job on this mission is to see that everyone stays safe." ÊWith that Alesia did get angry.Ê "Pardon me, Ensign, but why do youÊ feel that you have to come tell us this ?"Ê She asked.Ê "We are notÊ rookies"Ê ::Like you::Ê "We know what to expect and plan for inÊ unknown situations.Ê Thank you for the Padds on the final missionÊ plans, but we take our orders from our boss, not from you.Ê And we'veÊbeen briefed on them.Ê Technically the planet is our turf. But theÊ boss has decreed that we all play fairly and happily together, andÊ that means putting aside the idea that one group is better than theÊ other just because of who they are and what team they are on."Ê SheÊ sighed, asking the Goddess Allura to give her patience.Ê "And for yourÊ information, our job isn't just to keep everybody safe.Ê Both PetersÊ and I are Betazoid, telepaths.Ê Peters has a university degree inÊ pre-space faring culture History, I have a similar one in literature.ÊÊÊ We were chosen for this mission not just because we were 'grunts' butÊ because we have skills and knowledge that will come in handy.Ê For instance, what if for whatever reason our communicators don't work?"ÊÊÊ She asked, reasonably. Ê(reply Travis iyw) Ê"As telepaths, as people incredibly sensitive to each other, PetersÊ and I could find each other pretty much anywhere on the planet."Ê ::WeÊ hope::Ê She added silently.Ê "It's a skill that has come in handyÊ before.Ê We can also maintain a link with the ship, provided it staysÊ in orbit.ÊThe Captain is a phenomenal telepath, as is Dr. Mias. Thank you for your help, but next time you come, please, leave yourÊattitude at the door." ÊAlesia knew that if this Ensign chose to, he could have her on report,Ê and then having to explain all this to the boss....Ê Her BetazoidÊ temper struck again, over common sense, but she was tired ofÊ swallowing insults from starfleet security all of her professionalÊcareer.Ê The Boss said they were supposed to work together.Ê She wasÊ trying to do her part of it.Ê ::I wonder whose team I'm stuck on.ÊHopefully not the arrogant child's one.:: ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê Stardate: 2406.10.23 Ê (USS Mystique -ÊPersonal quarters - Ambassador Tar-Tharian - 1142) ÊAna had been in her quarters preparing for her "Talk" with Ensign Keswick when the computer had signaled for her attention. Activating the screen she saw the image of the Efrosian Consulate symbol, after speaking the correct code phrase the secureÊconnection was established and she saw her Superior and old friend Senior Ambassador Kal. Ê"This is unexpected Kal," She said. Kal was fifteen years older than Ana and his hair was heavily greying but he was a powerfully built warrior and very vital as she had found out upon occasion. She smiled at him and he returned it but only for an instant. "Ana it is good to speak with you but I do not have good news." He said flatly. Her smile turned into a frown at the worried tone in his deep voice."What is it Kal?" She asked, already suspecting the answer. "The situation has been deteriorating rapidly within the Federation Ana, there has already been a clash near the subspace river and events are sliding toward civil war." Ê "Yes," She said as she nodded her head. "We have had some situations here as well." He sighed. "Yes I reviewed your report on the incident with the Fairchild and the attempted assassinations of the Captain and her daughter, those things happen in the dark but ship to ship battles with the loss of a warship along with her crew are on another level of conflict as you well know." Ê Ana waited patiently for him to get to the point, things were becoming far more advanced than she had expected at this early point. "In short Ana I need all my best with me now if we are to have any chance of heading off full scale civil war. I need your constant input and point of view from the ranks of the 52nd and I can't have it with you on an exploration mission. I am told a shuttle has rendezvoued with the Mystique and I want you on it when it leaves. I will have a fast ship waiting at Geneva, transfer over to it when you arrive and I will see you within the week. Are there any questions?" "I have no questions Ambassador," She said it knowing that though he had couched it nicely she had just been given a directÊorder."I will take only what I need from the Mystique but you will owe me for this Kal." Her eyes twinkled as she spoke it and she saw his mouth turn up at the corners for an instant. "AgreedÊAna, I will see you shortly then and repay you for your promptness. Senior Ambassador Kal out." She saw him break into an easy smile just before he signed off. "Computer send a message to Captain Winters." There was a beep then she continued. "Captain Winters this Ambassador Anestasia Tar-Tharian. I apologize for my hurried departure Captain but IÊhave been recalled to Efrosia and have no time to spare. I regret leaving a void in your survey party as well as in an observation and advisory role however I hope to see you again in the future under better circumstances. Ambassador Anestasia Tar-Tharian out." Ê ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ê Stardate: 2406.10.23 (USS Mystique - Shuttle Bay - Ambassador Tar-Tharian - 1245) Ê Ana boarded the shuttle that would return her to Geneva with regrets but excitement as she considered the monumental task before them. Things wereÊstarting to slide out of control and it had to be stopped.ÊÊÊ Ê ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê Stardate: 2406.10.23 (USS GunnelÊ- SeniorÊCounselorÊRiven Mias - 1410) Riven was comfortably settled in his seat as the shuttle moved toward the landing zone on the planet's surface. The mood was almost palpable in the vehicle and he didn't need to use his telepathic powers to know what the others were thinking. He had settled on a bright blue coloration with a natural silver color for his hair, his chains and jewelry unfortunately had had to be left on the ship. He had tried to fillÊthe lack of ornamentation with silver buttons andÊsuch on his clothing but the effect was far short of what he would have liked. The wings though he had found to be a nice touch and perfectly suited to one such as himself.Ê After touching down everyone went outside for a moment and looked around then the FO and his group returned to the shuttle toÊtransport to their destination. Riven followed them in and listened to the FO issue instructions. Ê "Alright, I have located a spot behind a large building, it looks like a dissused alleyway, it should suffice. Once we have successfully beamed into our location, your team, Dr. should also beam to your location. Ê Riven smiled at Commander Belinia and said. "Of course Commander, it shall be done immediately." Then he watched the transporter send them to their destination. Ê Riven returned to the glade andÊlooked around at the group that was leftÊand smiled at them, he could sense tension and nervousness from their minds though he would have never tried to scan them without reason. Ê Ê "Shall we go?" He said after a moment and led them back into the shuttle and onto the transport pad. There was a muted hum andÊan instant of disorientation. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ê ÊStardate: 2406.10.23 Ê(USS Gunnel - TASC Ensign Travis KeswickÊ - 1411) ÊTravis sat throw the entire shuttle ride reading over all the data onÊ this planet and there mission Ê"Aright, I have located a spot behind a large building, it looks likeÊ a dissused alleyway, it should suffice. Once we have successfullyÊ beamed into our location, your team, Dr. should also beam to yourÊ location. ÊTravis put down his padd and got readyÊ to beam down Ê ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ê ÊStardate: 2406.10.23 (Planet: Raelleus VI -ÊCity of Falais - Dr. Riven Mias - 1432/ 1757) Ê The group transported into a small copse of bushes and trees that provided an excellent screen from the outside, the leaves of the trees had a slightly triangular look and were a muted chartreuse. The air was filled with the rich fragrance of the plant life and the sounds of activity in the distance. Looking from the screen of shrubbery several buildings with the shape of step-pyramids could be seen to the left set well apart from one another with a lot of traffic going into and out of them from the ground and air. Before them and to the right were many buildings setÊdensely together. ÊÊ Riven pointed to the pyrimidal buildinds and said,Ê"Those would appear to beÊour destination. Shall we go?" Ê ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê ÊStardate: 2406.10.23 (Planet: Raelleus VI - City of Falais - Ensign Travis KeswickÊ - 1433) ÊThe group transported into a small copse of bushes and trees thatÊ provided an excellent screen from the outside, the leaves of the treesÊ had a slightly triangular look and were a muted chartreuse. The airÊ was filled with the rich fragrance of the plant life and the sounds ofÊ activity in the distance. Looking from the screen of shrubbery severalÊ buildings with the shape of step-pyramids could be seen to the leftÊ set well apart from one another with a lot of traffic going into andÊ out of them from the ground and air. Before them and to the right wereÊ many buildings set densely together. Ê"Those would appear to be our destination. Shall we go?" Sead Dr. MiasÊ pointing over to what looked like pyramidal buildings. Ê" Dr. Mias I think I can get a good concealed vew point of the areaÊ from that large tree over andÊ Travis sead has he pointed to a largeÊ tree 25 meters tall with thick branches and coved with bark leaves. Ê(Reply Mias any ) Ê"I will fly ahead and conceal myself at the top of the tree and getÊ the lay of the land then I will report back to you". ÊTravis few ahead about 30 meters to the tree and parched himself onÊ the tallest branch concealing himself with the leaves ÊTravis was looking over the city at the tall buildings shaped likeÊ pyramids people coming and going walking and flying. ÊThere where dark alleyways between the tall pyramids. ÊThe plaza was filed with shops and shopkeepers. ÊMost of the people seamed to be well dressed as went about there day. ÊTravis turned to find the grope and he sow them talking to a man andÊ Mias andÊ AlesiaÊ looked nerves as the man steeped closer toÊ them . ÊTravis shot out of the tree like a torpedoÊ and landed in one of theÊ dark alleys behind the man talking to Mias and Alesia.ÊAs he landed he sow the alleysÊ reflection in a window. All TravisÊ could see was he glowing red eyes looking back at him. ÊTravis got ready to spring at the richly dressed manÊ if he made theÊwrong move the team. ÊWhen the man vanished into the crowed leaving the team standing aloneÊ he could see them ginning and laughing Travis slipped out of the darkÊ alley and behind Mias. Ê"Is every thing ok sr.?"Ê Travis asked to mias how aparintly didn'tÊ see him standing behind him and was startled. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ê Stardate: 2406.10.23 Ê(Planet: Raelleus VI -ÊCity of Falais -MO Lt. Alesia Telnor - 1435) ÊÊ ÊÊÊRiven pointed to the pyrimidal buildinds and said,Ê"Those wouldÊ appear to beÊour destination. Shall we go?" ÊAlesia nodded, following the Counsellor. She looked around her, withÊ more than her eyes, and felt peace, harmony and contentedness,Ê something that a city seemed to not usually hold. "Everyone here is so happy."Ê She said, aloud. "Very pleased withÊ themselves, and with the relative prosperity."Ê She'd opted for halfÊ wings that a few of the ones around her sported, her skin a richÊ bronze, her hair now ankle length and violet, twined into an elaborateÊ confection of braids and flowers and strings of gems.Ê She wore a heavy gown ofÊ some sort of brocade material and satin, and under itÊ three petticoats dyed to lighter shades of the gown's rich brown.Ê HerÊ feet sported tiny satin slippers, her waist cinched with a bonedÊ corset, pushing up her ample breasts.Ê Around her neck she wore a darkÊ leather collar, locked with a tiny lock in the back.Ê As people walkedÊ by, they curtsied, and one took her and Riven aside. Ê"Your courtesan is lovely."Ê The richly dressed man spoke, eyeing her.ÊÊ "How much is she for an evening ?Ê She must be new to the area."ÊÊ ÊAlesia's cat eyes widened as she realized the role that she wasÊ playing, the man's thoughts easy to read, on how she SHOULD be acting.Ê Alesia sank into a deep curtsy, baring the back of her neck.Ê SheÊ tried not to wince at how exposed this made her feel.Ê Her instinctsÊ were to punch this guy for his insults. Instead she was expected toÊact properly submissive. Ê"What are her talents?"Ê TheÊ man asked of Riven, and both realizedÊ that he wasn't referring to either sex or artistic talents.Ê BeforeÊ Riven could reply, the man walked over and seized Alesia's face in hisÊ leather glove forcing her violet cat eyes to look up at him.ÊÊ Ê"Absolutely lovely, the violet eyes and hair. Quite unique. SheÊ certainly has the features of a Raellian.Ê Pity about her wings,Ê although they are quite lovely."Ê His hands brushed over her wings andÊ she realized from the expression on his face and his thoughts heÊ expected her to act a certain way. She shuddered, shaking in his graspÊ as his thoughts touched hers. ::Very lovely indeed, little flower.Ê What do they call you ?:: ÊAlesia tried to hide the horror that she felt in realizing that thisÊ man was a telepath almost as strong as she was. Ê"My name is Alesia, and my talent is empathy." She said quietly. "IÊ hear your thoughts, my Lord, but am unable to reply to them." Ê"Alesia, not an Earth name or a Raellian name."Ê The guy mused. "AndÊ an empath. How extraordinary."Ê The man turned to Riven. "Is herÊ contract for sale?" ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ê Stardate: 2406.10.23 ÊÊ (USS Mystique, Bridge, CO Captain Vanyssa Winters, 1440) ÊVanyssa, somewhat bored, was sitting on the bridge listening to theÊ away team's open comm signal. They hadn't been there very long, butÊ Vanyssa had nearly choked with laughter at the courtesan conversationÊ that the poor marine had to endure.Ê She exchanged a glance with Herk. ÊThen she realized that the guy who was in this conversation was aÊtelepath. Ê"They're psychic ?"Ê She asked Herk.Ê "Where was THAT in ourÊ reconnaissance?"Ê Vanyssa turned to the security person.Ê "Send a wideÊ range hail to the away team members informing them that it appearsÊ that some of the natives are telepaths."Ê Vanyssa said, frowning.Ê SheÊ felt suddenly chilled.ÊÊÊ "Herk, is there any word from the team onÊ the Colony ship?" Ê(reply Herk) ÊVanyssa resisted the urge to pace back and forth as the Bridge doorsÊ opened and the lovely but quite pregnant Dr. Weir walked onto theÊ Bridge. Ê"Sickbay was slow, so I thought I would come and visit."Ê KellitaÊ said, with a smile.Ê "Has there been any word from the away teams?" Ê"Not from the team on the colony ship, but it appears that the nativesÊ are psychic." Ê"They are what?"Ê Kellita's asked her eyes wide in shock.ÊÊ VanyssaÊ turned to her security guy. "Open a channel to Dr. Mias and Mr.Ê Bellinia." Ê"Channel open." Ê"Gentleman, at your earliest convenience, please report in."Ê VanyssaÊ shivered a bit, suddenly cold.Ê Something bad was coming. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ê Stardate: 2406.10.23 (Raellus VI -ÊCapital City, MataisÊ-ÊCSO KetalÊ- 1453/1818) As they moved toward their destination Ketal's eyes moved about restlessly, drinking in every detail. Because the Prime Directive did not allow for the use of advanced technology (and rightfully so among such a "backward" civilization) their only means of data gathering on the ground was their senses and he was using every bit of his training in logic to align what he was seeing and hearing with what little they knew of the inhabitants. Ê The more he saw the more the gaping holes in their knowledge became apparent and he realized that to gain a firm grasp on this civilization would take more than one or two short term expeditions, the planet was a scientists dream and would need long term teams working years to do more than scratch the surface. Therefore he was soaking up everything around him, from the cobblestoned streets and carriages to the architecture of the buildings and the look and dress of the beings they passed. ÊThe building they were approaching was much like the rest which did not surprise the 1/2 Vulvcan in the least, if it had been radically different it would have been worthy of note.The team entered the building to find themselves standing in a huge lobby thatÊlooked as if it was made entirely out of marble. The ceilings were high above their heads and had a domed glass roof. All around the room, on everylevel, were depictions in the same stone, of Raelians and Humans and there were entrances on each wall. Ê Ketal walked up to the statue set into the center of the room and was so engrossed in studying it he almost didn't hear the FO's question. "It's English. How odd."Ê "'Divided we came, United we are. To find our future we must look to our past.' Mr Ketal, what do you make of this?" Ê Ê Ketal looked over at the Lt. Commander to find him looking askance at him and took his attention from the myriad of sensory input he was receiving. Ê "Commander it has been obvious almostÊfrom the time we beamed down that the greatest influence on this city by far is human. Note the attention paid to the streets and conveyances as well as the buildings and inhabitants and a rough picture is beginning to form. All winged races that the Federation has encountered tend to build upward with sleek lines and with the preponderance of the entrances high since they only go afoot when in necessity but this city was built around foot traffic and almost all of the entrances are at ground level. Also the Raellian race, I say the name based on the recordings we have seen alongside the word Earthlian, has been shown to be highly artistic whereas the buildings in their simplicity and sameness speak of a less adventurous culture. ÊI find it highly possible that the Raellian race was driven nearly to extinction by the meteor or asteroid strike on the far side of the planet and the colonists while interbreeding and multiplying the numbers of beings on this planet have carried the role of being the initiators in this culture. This hypothesis is based on this one city but I have no reason to doubt it will not hold true in the other cities as well. Ê (Reply: FO Belinia, any) Ê As far as the motto is concerned it would appear to be a reminder of the early days of the colonial period wherin they interbred with the other inhabitantsÊand looking back to their own origins.Ê Ê "That sounds plausible, lets see if we can find anything to corroborate this hypothesis. I suggest we all split up to get the most out of our time here. Mr Ketal, Mr Raynar and myself will go out to look around the city. Ms. Jones and Sargeant Peters, look around this building and see what you can find. Try and determine its function. We will all meet here at sixteen hundered. Feel free to move out when you have searched enough of the building." Peter said, looking at his team. Ketal nodded at the instructions then followed the FO to the entrance of the building then to the marketplace outside. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ê Stardate: 2406.10.23 Ê(Raellus VI; Capital City: Matais; FO Lt Cmdr Peter Belinia/TashishÊ Laoa; 1455/1820) ÊAs the team approaached the building Peter noticed that the wholeÊ thing was standing on a triangular roundabout. Stagecoaches andÊ Barouffs stood still as their occupants conducted business in theÊ builiding. ÊThe team entered the building to find themselves standing in a hugeÊ lobby. It looked as if it was made entirely out of marble. TheÊ cielings were high above their heads, and had a domed glass roof. AllÊ around the room, on every level, were depictions in the same stone, ofÊ Raelians and Humans. It was interesting to see, as everyone of theÊsmall carvings were in different positions, some were flying some wereÊ buying bread, and they went on and on. The room was peirced byÊ numerous staircases. There were four enterances, one on each wall. ÊIn the centre of the room stood a large stone statue of a human. ItÊ was standing on a marble dias. Peter nodded towards it and they walkedÊ up to it. There was an inscription on the plaque. Ê"It's English. How odd." Petre looked bemused, but took a step closerÊ to read the inscription. "'Divided we came, United we are. To find ourÊ future, we must look to our past.' Mr Ketal, what do you make ofÊ this?" Peter turned to face the science officer. Ê(Reply Ketal, any, room for more) Ê"That sounds plausible, lets see if we can find anything toÊ corroborate this hypothesis. I suggest we all split up to get the mostÊ out of our time here. Mr Ketal, Mr Raynar and myself will go out toÊ look around the city. Ms. Jones and Sargeant Peters, look around thisÊ building and see what you can find. Try and determine its function. WeÊ will all meet here at sixteen hundered. Feel free to move out when youÊ have searched enough of the building." Peter said, looking at hisÊ team. Ê(Reply all, any) ÊWith that Peter led his small team towards the far enterance. TheÊ walked through it, and found that there was a market place opposite. Ê ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê Stardate: 2406.10.23 Ê(Raellus VI; Capital City: Matais - Town Hall; Sgt Peters; 1456/1821) ÊAs the First Officer left with his team, Peters looked at the youngÊ Ensign. Part of him was angry at the First Officer for lumping himÊ with such mission. ~Babysitting!!!~ He sighed internally and turned toÊ survey the building, with the keen eye of a marine. He found a smallÊ side soor, under the staircase nearest to their location. He startedÊ towards it, forcing Ensign Jones to follow him. As he got closer toÊthe door he spun around quickly. Ê"Why did you do that?" Asked the young Ensign Jones Ê"I was scanning our environment, to check we were not being watched."Ê Peters said, off-handed, he was now concentrating on getting the doorÊ open. It was not locked, and it opened with a light shove. He grabbedÊ the nurse and thrust her inside. And then he closed the door. ThereÊ was a chair behind a small desk, Peters grabbed it and thrust itÊ underneath the handle, so nobody can enter. ÊHe looked around the room, it was tidy, with every wall covered inÊ books. He strode up to the one nearest him and scaned the titles ofÊ the books. "they're in English aswell..." He muttered. "Go lookÊ through the desk for anything." He picked up a book 'University ofÊ Matais - Department of History; Origin of the Flying Box.' He openedÊ it and read some of the chapter headings. 'First thoughts on theÊ subject' 'Star of the day' 'Childrens story or science fact'Ê 'Hypothesis' 'Arguments for the Hypothesis' 'Arguments against theÊ Hypothesis' 'Conclusion'. ÊPeters turned his attention back to the bookshelf, he saw more booksÊ on the subject of the 'Flying Box'. He picked up another 'Flying BoxÊ of the Forefathers - Fact or Myth', still another 'The Flying BoxÊ conspiracy'. He took the three books and placed them inside his bag.Ê And then he turned his attention to the filing cabinets that wereÊstanding next to the desk. Ê"Have you found anything yet?" He asked Jones. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ê Stardate: 2406.10.23 Ê(Raellius VI - Matais; Market place; FO Lt Cmdr Peter Belinia;Ê 1500/1825) ÊAs they started to cross the road Peters ear started to buzz.Ê "Gentleman, at your earliest convenience, please report in."Ê Came theÊ Captains voice over the comm. Peter glanced at the two EnsignsÊ flanking him. Ê"Gentlemen, I need to find a small quiet spot. Lets get through theÊ marketplace to see if there is anywhere we can hide." Peter strodeÊ into the street and headed owards the multicoloured rows opposite. ÊThe small team entered the market and Peter was struck by the smellsÊ and sounds. They were standing between two fruit sellers. PeterÊ wandered to the fron of one of the stalls to peruse the merchandise.Ê There were what looked like apples, oranges, pears, pineapples,Ê kumquats, and mangoes. There were several fruits Peter did notÊrecognise and were obviously native to this planet. There were signsÊ quoting things like '12RD' He turned towards Ensign Ketal. Ê"I think we need currency. Where do you suppose we can get some?"Ê Peter asked. Ê(Reply Ketal) Ê"Well that's no good. Lets us find some pick-pockets, they are alwaysÊ around, in every society." Peter wandered and started to scan theÊ surroundings for young and unaccompanied citizens. It wasn't longÊ before they found one, he was around 17 and heading down a smallÊ alley. Peter nodded in the direction and started running. Ketal andÊ Raynar followed. ÊAs they approached the mouth of the alley Peter turned back. "MrÊ Raynar, keep watch. Ensign" He said as he turned to Ketal. "FollowÊ me." Then he dived after the young fellow. They soon caught up withÊ him. Ê"I say, do you suppose you could give us what you stole?" PeterÊ started. Ê"My Lord, I aient doin' no theivin'. I 'ones'ly aient." the boyÊ replied. Ê"Now, son, that's not true is it?" Peter started to slowley walkÊ towards the youth. Ê"I aient, I go' theese coins o'nes'ly workin' through the markit,Ê see." The boy started to back off. Peter grabbed the boys left arm,Ê Ketal took his right and the youth dropped the sack of coins,Ê struggled and ran off. Ê"Good by young man." Peter said. "And thank you." He sighed, stealingÊwas not something that was encouraged in Starfleet as standardÊ procedure. "So, how much do you make it?" Ê(Reply Ketal) Ê"Is that alot?" Peter asked, knowing that it could be less than whatÊit sounded. "Mr Raynar, come." As the team gathered Peter ordered theÊ distribution of coins. "And keep some for Peters and Jones." Ê(Reply Ketal, Raynar) ÊWith that he saw the opportunity to talk with the Captain. He tappedÊ the comm link which was buried in his hand. Ê"Commander Belinia reporting Ma'am." 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