Host Brett says:
<<<<Summary:  The Delphyne has reached the coordinates of the Dragon home world.  The planet is nowhere to be seen.  Shortly after their arrival, two humanoid beings appeared on the bridge and questioned the crew as to their reasons for being there.  They now seek proof that the crew's intentions are peaceful>>>>

Host Brett says:
<<<<Resume Mission "Here be Dragons-Part 6">>>>

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::plays unconsciously with Flynn's ring as she watches and waits hoping the CO has the name::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: stands at his station in engineering waiting for action ::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::standing looking at the two beings.  A slow smile starts to grow:: Woman: The name?  Why...I believe it was... ::turns and looks directly at the man::... Chingsagam.

CMO_Hunter says:
::stands beside the CNS chair awaiting the COs answer::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Stares at the two 'intruders'. Thinks to self: "we come all this way, and they want to play Rumplestilskin?'::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::his hands twitch near his phaser like a gunfighter in a Terran Western movie::

Host Brett says:
<Man> ::Scowls and mumbles::  Lucky guess.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::bites back a chuckle at the man's scowl::

MO_Wyn says:
::prepares some vaccinations in sickbay::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::watches the man with the staff warily::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Raises his eyebrows, and lets his breath out slowly::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::smiles at the answer's effect and relaxes a bit::

Host Brett says:
<Woman> ::Smiles warmly::  CO: Correct.  And your pronunciation is excellent by the way.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::her smile widens a bit more as she turns back to the woman:: Woman: Thank you.  I hope that satisfies you in that we are here for peaceful intentions only?

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::punches a few buttons on her console to send a message to ME to let K'Vas know that all appears well at the moment::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::glances at his console to make sure internal sensors are recording::

Host Brett says:
<Woman> CO: Well, simply knowing the name does not prove your intentions are peaceful, but it is a start.  So, ::Claps her hands, grins broadly and looks at the CNS::  CNS: Are you ready to accompany us to our home?

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: watches as a text message appears on his display from the XO::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::starts to breathe easier until she hears the woman::  Woman:  Excuse me, but why do I need to accompany you?

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::eyes widen::  Woman: I thought that by knowing the name she would not have to go.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::holds up her hand:: Woman: Just a moment.  I'm not letting anyone of my crew leave the ship until I know where they are going and definitely not alone.

Host Brett says:
<Woman> XO: Oh my goodness no dear, how else will we return Veriferimax's soul to the weave if we do not perform the ceremony?

CNS_Jakiel says:
Woman:  How long does this ceremony last and why can't we do it here...on our ship?

Host Brett says:
<Man> ::Fidgets irritably::

Host Brett says:
<Woman> ::Holds up her hands and smiles::  All: Now, now, settle down settle down.  All will be answered...my such impatience and suspicion.

CNS_Jakiel says:
Thinks to herself:  Well, yes, it's only my life and my head...

TO_Re`Volos says:
::relaxes his stance a bit, but doesn't move his hand away from his phaser::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::chooses a voice of diplomacy::  Woman: Forgive us we are very young compared to you.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::wonders what Emily Post would make of this situation?::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Woman: If the ceremony needs to be conducted then may I and my senior officers attend?  That way all parties will be satisfied.

Host Brett says:
<Woman> All: Quite simply, there is a ritual that must be performed in a sacred place on our home world to release Veriferimax's soul from this vessel, er, woman.  It requires at least twelve of us to perform and must be done there.  I can assure you, there is no risk...well, almost none, and you are welcome to accompany her. ::Smiles reassuringly:

TO_Re`Volos says:
<change gun in my first post to phaser>

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::looks at the nav bearings and burns them into his memory::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: stands in engineering .  Rest his hand on his D'Tagh :: Himself: Waiting is a game for  diplomats Grrrr......

CNS_Jakiel says:
::whispers to the XO::  XO:  At least I won't be alone...I do want K'Vas to come.  ::looks beseechingly at Sykora::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::nods::  *CEO*: Report to the bridge please.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::nods:: Woman: I believe then that is an acceptable solution.  Are there coordinates to where we can either transport to or take a shuttle?

CEO_K`Vas says:
*XO*: Aye commander on my way  :: leaves engineering and runs towards the turbolift for the bridge::

Host Brett says:
<woman> CO: ::Chuckles, her laugh sounding quite childlike::  Oh no, we will take you.  Please assemble here those wishing to accompany Ariel.  We should not be gone more than a day.

CNS_Jakiel says:
Woman:  He won't be one of the twelve, will he?  ::indicates the man in black::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::blinks::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
XO: We'll want both the CMO and MO to accompany us, plus the TO and ::looks at the CNS:: the CEO....

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::looks concerned::  CO: Captain the Romulans?

CNS_Jakiel says:
::nods and smiles gratefully at the captain, relaxing quite a bit more now that her Klingon will be nearby::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks around while contemplating and eyes the cadet:: XO: Take him along also...might as well get him started on his training.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Listens intently as the CO rattles off positions. Just about relaxes...and then it happens..::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CMO/*MO*/TO : Front and center on the bridge please.

CEO_K`Vas says:
::exits the turbolift.  Sees the two intruders.  Walks over to report to the XO never taking his eyes off the intruders:: XO: Reporting as ordered commander

CMO_Hunter says:
::walks down to meet the XO

MO_Wyn says:
::hears his comm go off and nods to the nurse on duty::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CIV: You too.

MO_Wyn says:
::trots out of sickbay towards the turbolift::  Computer: Bridge.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
XO: ::gulps:: Yes Ma'am.

TO_Re`Volos says:
::fronts and centers::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CEO: At easy Lt.  We are going on a field trip.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks over at Modex:: Modex: Commander, I think you will be much safer with us than here.  Especially if your friends arrive before we get through this.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Summons duty FCO to the bridge via his console. Stands up::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::remembers suddenly about Modex and the assassin::

Host Brett says:
<Modex> CO: ::Smiles::  I gave up my life for this, do you think I will miss the ending?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Woman: We only have 16 hours until a ship arrives that will not appreciate us being here.  I'd like to be done and back on board by then.  Is that possible?

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: stands at ease :: XO: Aye commander.  ::looks over at Ariel then back at the commander ::

MO_Wyn says:
::the doors hiss open to the bridge and he enters to stop short looking at the two visitors::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::motions to K'Vas to come nearer::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::grabs a tricorder and a PADD, and shoves them in his cargo pockets::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::turns to listen once again::

Host Brett says:
<Woman> ::Frowns, which wrinkles her cute little nose::  CO: I am not sure...::Brightens::  Oh well, I'm sure it will all work out.

MO_Wyn says:
XO: Ens. Satori reporting as ordered ma'am.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::continues to listen as she gathers some equipment::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
Self: ::whispers:: Well that is optimism for you.

Host Brett says:
<Man> ::Sees the cadet::  ALL: One thing.  You must all leave your pieces of technology behind.  None of your scanners or your light weapons..

CMO_Hunter says:
::grabs a spare tricorder and a Field kit::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::frowns at the requirement::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: walks over and stands next to the CNS, places his hand on her shoulder ::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::sighs having kind of thought that might happen and puts it all back::

Host Brett says:
<Woman> ::Nods::  All: oh, yes, I'm sorry I forgot to mention that.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Stops and stares a the Man like a deer in headlights.:: Man: Oh...sorry...no offense intended. ::slowly pulls them out and sets them on the console::

CMO_Hunter says:
Man:: Please, allow me and my assistant to bring along our medical equipment, should something happen I want to be prepared

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::repeats it to herself:: It will all work out....::shakes her head and then looks around at the crew:: All: Do as he says.  Leave all technology behind.

Host Brett says:
<Man> ::Snorts::  CMO: Your leeches will not be needed...doctor.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::feels much more confident with K'Vas touch and is ready to part with Veriferimax::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Stares at the CMO wondering when they started using leeches again?::

Host Brett says:
<Woman> ::Puts her hand on the man's arm::  CMO: Please excuse Rex, he's a bit edgy...

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: takes his phaser off and places it on a nearby console :: CNS: It will be alright

TO_Re`Volos says:
::grumbles as he removes his phaser and sets it on the tactical console::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smiles and shakes her head at the CMO to suggest that he not pick the "stone up"::

MO_Wyn says:
::shrugs assuming the executive officers have more important things on their minds.  Moves over next to the CMO::  CMO: What's going on here?

CMO_Hunter says:
Man:: Leeches? good lord man, we stopped using those Centuries ago!

Host Brett says:
<Rex> CMO: ::Sneers::  Well bully for you.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::looks at Miss Ponytail and then over to the arrogant Man in Black and wonders if it will be okay::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
CMO: Doctor… ::gives him a look to let it go::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
CO: Ma'am I believe we are ready...

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Woman: What about the dragonet.  Can you retrieve him from here?

CMO_Hunter says:
CO:: Aye ma'am ::gives a small growl to himself as his sets his gear down::

CNS_Jakiel says:
Woman:  And Farynthane is coming now, too?  ::worried about the young one she has taken care of::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::looks around at the bridge, wondering if he'll ever see it again?::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::moves over to stand by the XO::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smiles encouragingly at the CMO::

CMO_Hunter says:
::gives a weak grin to the XO::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::nods to Hansen that she has the controls while they are gone::

Host Brett says:
<Woman> CO: Well, I think we'll let Chingsagam address that.

Host Brett says:
<Woman> All: Is this everyone?  Please stand close together here in the center of the room...

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks around at the crew to see that they are ready:: Hanson: You have the bridge...if you do not hear from us by the time the Romulans arrive you have permission to depart to safety...::walks over to the center of the bridge::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::doesn't mind the close part one bit and does just as she is told::

MO_Wyn says:
::Peers quizzically about at the group assembled on the bridge "feeling" the mixture of emotions all about them::

Host Brett says:
<OPS_Hansen> CO: If we're able ma'am.  ::Gives a wan smile::  Good luck.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: stands next to Ariel with his arm around her ::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
Self: ::mumbles:: Well, I guess this is part of what I signed up for.

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::gives her a wink:: Hanson: You too, Lt.

MO_Wyn says:
::moves as instructed to the middle of the bridge::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::takes her place next to the CMO::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::For some inexplicable reason remembers he had a test today in Temporal Ethics 302. Smiles::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::stands next to K'Vas and Ariel::

Host Brett says:
Action: The man, Rex, circles the group to stand opposite the woman.  Together they raise their arms and begin chanting, the words are strange and seem to fade from memory like smoke as soon as you hear them.

Host Brett says:
Action: The group feels a strange tingle, then everything goes black.

Host Brett says:
Action: An instant later, there is a flash of white light and you all find yourselves standing on a grassy plain.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::looks around.:: Wow.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::looks around::  CMO: At least it looks peaceful::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::looks around and steps forward a little:: Out loud: Very nice. ::turns and counts noses to see that everyone made it::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::takes stock of the surroundings alertly::

Host Brett says:
INFO: You are on an obviously class-M world.  It is lush and green, with rolling grassy hills, mountains in the distance and a forest several kilometers away.  It is very reminiscent of Europe.  There is a large structure nearby, but no other buildings in site.  A small group of humanoids stands nearby.

MO_Wyn says:
::looks about taking in the scenery::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::nice, but it doesn't seem very special::  CEO:  At least it's not a dark, damp cave.

CMO_Hunter says:
XO: Mmmm yes it does

CNS_Jakiel says:
::looks behind her and sees the larger building::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: looking around :: CNS: True little one

Host Brett says:
Action: The group approaches.  In the lead is a small man, about 1.5 meters in height.  He appears Terran Asian in decent, with a long white beard and mustache.  He wears traditional Chinese robes and a small hat.

Host Brett says:
<Rex> ::Stalks away to stand nearby::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::seeing the Chinese man approaching:: Whispers to XO: Why do I get the feeling that this is the visual equivalent of the UT?

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::takes another step forward and then waits for the group to approach her::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::sees the Chinese guy and thinks she remembers something about Terrans bowing in that sub culture... bows to show them honor::

Host Brett says:
<Woman> ::Smiles at the approaching man::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::sees the XO and bows also.:: Self: When in Rome.

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::smiles at the Cadet:: CIV: You learn quickly.

CMO_Hunter says:
::bows as well::

MO_Wyn says:
::is still to caught up the landscape as simple as it might seem to notice the formalities being exchanged::

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: sees the little Asian and salutes to show respect.  Hand across chest ::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::stands back up::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::repeats K'Vas salute::

Host Brett says:
<Chingsagam> ::Smiles, his strangely gold eyes twinkle.  The he returns the bow::  All: Welcome honored guests.  I am Chingsagam, leader of this enclave.  On behalf of all here, I wish to thank you for what you have done.

CNS_Jakiel says:
::decides she much prefers the little man and smiles at him::

MO_Wyn says:
::hears the man speak and focuses his attentions back to the task at hand::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Notes that the XO is standing up straight...so follows suit::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::smiles back:: Chingsagam: It is our privilege, sir.  I am Captain K'Beth and this is my crew, all of whom have worked to bring the dragonet safely home.

CMO_Hunter says:
::had already stood up and was beginning to wonder about the others::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Starting to think this has nothing to do with recovering crew remains::

Host Brett says:
<Chingsagam>  All: No doubt you all have many questions.  I cannot promise to answer them all, but  I can assure you that you are safe here.  No harm will come to you.  Now please, come to my home where there is food and drink prepared.  We will rest and talk while preparations for the transference are made.

Host Brett says:
<Chingsagam> ::Indicates the large, almost castle-like structure nearby::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::Steps forward to follow::

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::Hopes no one heard his stomach growl at the mention of food.::

MO_Wyn says:
Self: mmm food, I'd almost forgotten about eating today...

CMO_Hunter says:
::glances over at the Cadet::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
::inclines her head in thanks:: Chingsagam: Thank you. ::indicates for the others to follow along:: Let me introduce my Executive Officer, Commander Tarrez-Hunter.

CMO_Hunter says:
::and raises an eyebrow at him::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::wonders if they have pickle juice and mashed potatoes::

CNS_Jakiel says:
CEO: And to think I was worried.

Host Brett says:
INFO: There are four others with Chingsagam.  Three males and one female.  Three are dressed in robes, the fourth, a male, wears what appears to be some sort of leather shirt and pants. His rippling muscles stretch the fabric as he moves to stand near the woman who brought you.

CIV_Kirkbride says:
::sees the CMO staring at him:: CMO: Sir?

CMO_Hunter says:
CIV:: Nothing Cadet, nothing at all

CEO_K`Vas says:
::follows the rest of the crew :: CNS: Yes your worries may have been premature little one

MO_Wyn says:
::moves to one step behind and to the left of the CMO::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::peers at the one in the leather shirt and pants.  It was almost like he reminded her of someone.::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::shifts his right foot inside his boot, feeling the D’Tagh, at the sight of the well-muscled man in leather::

XO_Tarrez-Hunter says:
::shakes her head and tells herself that it can't be::

Host Brett says:
Action: The group moves towards the castle, Chingsagam and his three remaining companions in the lead, the man and woman (obviously a couple) following you and the man, Rex, a bit further behind, still scowling.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: watches the others as the crew moves towards the castle, hopes that the TO is doing the same ::

CNS_Jakiel says:
::takes a deep breath and enjoys the sight as they walk together towards the castle::

Host Brett says:
INFO: The planet is peaceful, no sounds other than the wind in the trees, the twittering of distant birds and the soft sound of your steps on the grass.  Overhead, several large birds wing their way northward.  They seem to have very long wings, jointed in strange places.

CEO_K`Vas says:
:: stays close to the CNS ::

TO_Re`Volos says:
::Warily eyes the strangers surrounding them, glad that K'Vas is here in case trouble breaks out::

Host CO_K`Beth says:
Chingsagam: This is a very beautiful place.  ::said almost wistfully:: Reminds me of a few worlds I've visited over time.

CNS_Jakiel says:
CEO:  It reminds me of Betazed, actually.  ::looks up and her eye is caught by the odd...birds?::

Host Brett says:
INFO: As you reach the huge double doors of the castle, something becomes startlingly clear:  The birds overhead are farther away than you first thought, that they must be much larger than you first thought, about the size of a Runabout, and that they are, in fact, Dragons...

Host Brett says:
<<<<Pause>>>>